Body of Claw rence Morrison found near Missouri river sandbar
The body of Claw rence Morrison was recovered Monday afternoon three miles above the combination bridge in the Missouri river. Coroner B Munger ruled no inquest is needed and a search will continue for Henry Morrison whose body remains missing. Money found in pockets dispels foul play theory. Arthur Morrison identified the deceased.
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Sloux City
Clawrence Morrison
Henry Morrison
Sioux City
Missouri River
Ben Wagele
Ben Mason
Arthur Morrison
B. Munger
Dakota County
Nebraska
Viborg
Munger
Weisz & Samuels
Morrison
Missouri
Virborg
Elk Point
Cardenio F King Dies A Convict In Mass State Farm
Cardenio F King once a Boston financier and newspaper publisher died a convict at the Massachusetts state farm in Bridgewater just as friends sought a pardon. Gov. Fossa was informed by telephone of hoped clemency but an Attorney General opinion blocked a telephonic pardon. A telegram promised pardon the next day, but King died before it could be granted.
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J . Pardon
Bridgewater
Mass
Cardenio F. King
Boston
Fossa
Swift
King
Emerson
State Farm
Nana
Peace in Chicago Industrial World
Construction of 40 million dollars in improvements resumed with the return to work of 30 000 building trades unions members locked out more than two months ago by contractors to deter strikes tying up major office projects. Unions and contractors association sign an agreement to arbitrate future differences.
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Chicago
Iqago
Contractors’ ‘Association
Wheat Rates Challenged by Interstate Commission
The Interstate Commerce Commission ruled the all rail freight rate on wheat from Minneapolis to New York City via Chicago and Port Newark was unreasonable compared with the flour rate, standing 26 cents per 100 pounds.
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Washington, D. C
Interstate Ecommerce Commission
Minneapolis
New York City
Chicago
Tockport
N.Y
Former Minneapolis officer sentenced to twelve years
James L Murphy, a former Minneapolis policeman now in Los Angeles, was convicted of second degree murder in the killing of chorus girl Mrs Trane Mattis Smith. He was sentenced to twelve years in the Sab Quentin prison.
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Los Angeles
Cal
James L. Murphy
Minneapolis
Earthquake Shakes Borverro NM Homes with No Damage
An earthquake struck Borverro New Mexico causing tremors that rattled buildings and dishes but caused no material damage. Local authorities reported no injuries and no structural harm, with residents feeling the quake for several seconds.
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Borverro
N. M
Nomination Confirmed for Western Washington Judge
The Senate confirmed the nomination of Dermial Neterer of Bellingham to the Western Washington federal judgeship at Hanford. The lengthy contest concluded with the confirmation, advancing the district court vacancy.
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Washington, D. C
Senate
Deremial Neterer
Bellingham
Wash
Washington to Mexico tensions spark executive action
Washington debates Bryan policy amid Mexico unrest as President Wilson orders envoy Wilson to return for talks. Senate hears claims of perjury in Mulhall case. Supreme Court decrees rail reimbursements. California alien land issues loom. Pacific Light and Power gains a high voltage Sierra project to supply Los Angeles with 160000 volt power.
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Department of
Houston
Washington
Pacific Light'‘and Power Company of
Los Angeles
Sierra National Forest
Rail collision near Perry Ohio injures dozen
A Lake Shore and Michigan Southern train collided with a Big Four passenger train between Perry and Madison injuring about a dozen. The dining car was splintered and a Pullman car telescoped, with 12 people hurt.
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Big Four
Lake Shore
Michigan Southern
Perry
Madison
Streight
Bulgaria Sought Peace Talks in Italy as Enemies Close In
Bulga ria seeks peace terms through Italy from Romania and Russia but no progress. All three adversaries push to dictate peace as their armies near Sofia. Lieutenant Stoll dies from injuries after a crash at Juterberg airfield. Dr Robert Bridges becomes British poet laureate at age sixty eight. Doiran massacre report claims 30 000 Muslims killed after refuge seekers were slaughtered. London announces betrothal of Prince Arthur of Connaught to Princess Alexandra Victoria.
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Bulgaria
Italy
Romania
Sofa
Robert Bridges
London
Asquith
Alfred Austin
Bridges
Rescue at American Falls and Political Turmoil Across Nations
Personal Truman Chapman of Hamilton Ontario was saved from the brink of the American falls by four men after toppi ng from Prospect Point. Ruth Puff, a legislator, faced bribery conviction in Webster Springs. Charles Melten resigned as president of the New York New Haven Hartford Railroad system. Professor Lobello of Naples, Italy, killed himself over cancer pain. George Hoberg of Grafton Wisconsin died in a car wreck, and John Purroy Mitchell signaled willingness to run for New York mayor on a fusion ticket amid Democratic Republican and Progressive backing.
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Truman Chapman
Hamilton, Ont
Chapman
Prospect Point
Charles 8. Melten
New York
New York, New Haven & Hartford Railroad Company
Te al Med
Ines
New Haven
John Purroy Mitchell
Port of
Iowa Resources From Ore to Straw and Fruit
Readable notes highlight Iowa as rich in minerals, clays, timber, straw and flax fiber, and abundant fruit for canning. Mentions a growing iron mine near Waukon, quality bricks, paving bricks, and starch and glucose raw materials produced statewide. Also reports on apple blight threatening orchards and calls for urgent pruning and disinfection, plus Iowa National Guard cavalry plans discussed by Adjutant General Logan.
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Iowa
Iowa National Guard
Guy Logan
Logan
State ready for Baughn hearing in supreme court
The state prepared arguments and testimony in the case against W. I. Baughn mayor of Harlan Iowa. An assistant attorney general will place the material before the supreme court after the state appealed Judge H. K. Evans denial of the petition to remove Baughn on charges of inflexion and misconduct in office. The case is among the first to be heard at the September meeting.
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Baughn
W. I. Baughn
Harlan
Iowa
Supreme Court
H. K. Evans
Levy for state needs voices broad council action
Executive council approves tax levies totaling about a million and a half dollars for state improvements under the general law. The plan funds capital extension at Amos and state institutions, with one fifth mill for the university and agricultural college, plus a tenth mill for the normal school. Land purchase near the capitol may match extension costs. A separate eight year levy raises 150000 for new public buildings and grounds. Iowa railroads refuse 14 cent rate to state fair, citing unconstitutionality and possible fines. litigation and executive council involvement loom. Guardsmen compete for Iowa team to Camp Perry. Pure Food suit seeks 10000 against inspectors. first gun-law violator jailed. Beacon railroad crossing to be improved.
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Gouneil
Dolicits
Laat
State Board of Control
State University
State
Aguculs Tutsl College
Teachara’ ‘College
Diate
Amad
Arone
Walt ‘Mill
Iowa
Towa
Railroad Commission
Thirty-Atth General Assembly
Hamilton Slated In Iowa Patronage Battle For Southern Seat
Washington reports say Prostant Wilson will dispose of Iowa patronage soon. Former Congressman Dan Hamilton of the sixth district may become Southern Iowa attorney. Porter's supporters push his cause while Wade travels to Washington for a final appeal. Maquoketa postmaster Nesbitt may not be replaced for weeks amid contest plans and petitioning.
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Des
Molney
Authantle
Washington State
Prostant Wilson
Iowa
Dan Hamilton
Claude Porter
Behalt
Nidge
Wade
Washington
Porter
Maquoketa
Phillipa Nes’ Bean
Pepper
Webster City Lands Sell for 96000 in 640 Acre Block
A Hamilton county land sale sets a record as Michael Callahan’s 640 acres near Bisksburg and Hyne sells for 96000 dollars to W C Farlay of Leland Michigan, about 160 dollars an acre. The deal marks the area’s largest real estate transaction to date. In Red Oak, Steward A L Houston and crew cut twelve acres of exceptionally heavy wheat at the county farm, noted as the finest field yet seen in Montgomery county.
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Webster City
Hamilton County
Michael Callahan
Willisma
Bisksburg
Hyne
W. C. Farlay
Leland
A. L. Houston
Montgomery County
Pauper Henry Kohl Found Dead Near Ovens Shed
The body of 70 year old Henry Kohl was found with a rope around the neck between two piles of lumber in a shed at Ovens ten miles east of here. Kohl, a county charge for years, had been missing from the poor farm since Monday night and had relatives near Remsen.
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Henry Kohl
Ovens
Here
Kohl
Remsen
Contract for New Post Office Building Let
Postmaster Welden, custodian of the federal building, reports the treasury department in Washington has let the contract for the erection of the new post office. Completion is expected by October 1, 1914.
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Federal
Letown
Falls
Welden
Treasury Department
Washington
Rifles Buried In Garden Near State Center
Five .26 caliber rifles and fifteen empty boxes were found buried in the garden of Dr. Theodora Wagle near State Center, along with recently emptied .38 caliber revolver boxes. Authorities seek to unravel the mystery behind the concealed firearms.
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Marshalltown
State Center
Arrest Claimed Forger Nabbed in Kosauth County
William Williama, wanted in Algona on forgery, was arrested and taken in charge by Sheriff Thompson of Kosauth County. He is accused of forging a check drawn on Edward Nelson of Town Falls for sums ranging from one to one hundred dollars.
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Megson
William Williama
Algona
Sherif Thompson
Kosauth
Wdoward Nelson
Town Falls
Road Work Demonstration in Chickagaw and New Hampton
In Chickagaw and New Hampton county residents observe a road improvement demonstration. Surveyed stretches now undergo work by large traction engines brought in to show how to build a perfect road.
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Chickagaw
New Hampton
Alfalfa Special Proposed Between Burlington and Pacific Junction
Burlington officials discussed stopping the alfalfa special train to promote alfalfa growth. The service would run between Burlington and Pacific Junction to support cultivation and agricultural interest in the area.
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Oreston
Burlington Road
Ttere
Rpm
Burlington
Pacific Junction
Woods to Leave Eldora as He Buys Shaldon Mail
Eldora Paul C. Woods formerly owner and editor of the Eldora Ledger has purchased the Shaldon Mail from C. C. Burton and will take possession of the property August 1. Wood plans to continue publication from Shaldon with ongoing editorial duties. The sale marks a shift in local newspaper leadership and access to community reporting.
Thieves Sentenced After Farm Break-In Near Cromwell
Less than four hours after two thieves broke into Hol Goldner’s farm home near Cromwell, they were sentenced to ten years in state prison. Police found stolen goods in their possession, making the trial brief and straightforward.
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Creston
Hol Goldner
Crom- Well
Giate
Bythian Lodge Home Site Decision Pending
The fate of a Bythian lodge home site has been under discussion for months with plans to purchase the alternative site doubled and delayed.
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Chaosa Lodgs
Jona’ Falla
Bso
Methodist Young People Meet in Des Moines Park Assembly
Methodists from the northern Laagua assembly will hear Midland Chautauqua speakers at Assembly Park north of Colfax. Notables include William H. Lewis, former US attorney general, I M Nye ex-Congressman from Minnesota, and Whitcomb Brougher with Robert J. Burdette associated with Baptist temple. The third biennial conference of North Leagues marks a gathering of about a thousand young people and families for the event.
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Inp
BU Nya
Whitcomb Brougher
Robert J. Burdette
Baptist Temple of
Pythians Plan Des Moines-Aegiamitta Conclave
Pythians announce annual Des Moines conclave from August 12 to 14 with about 2 000 attendees. Grand meeting will be in the auditorium while the Pythian sisters auxiliary meet in the Coliseum. Program details are pending but local members expect a larger turnout than last year’s 1 200.
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Pythiane
Athantis
Car Crash Near Fairfax Leaves One Dead Four Injured
In Cedar Rapids a touring car driven by Harrington of Norway went four miles southwest of Fairfax. J D Johnson of Webster City died instantly. Four others were seriously injured. Passengers Gaslle Tarhoon and Archie Pile of Norway suffered fractured collar bones while Anna Harrington and Mrs Blanche Paul sustained serious bruises and cuts.
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Cedar Rapids
J. D. Johnson
Webster City
Harrington
Norway
Fairfax
Gassle Tarhoon
Archie Pile
Anna ‘Harrington
Mra
Blanche Paul
Stock Dealer Dead in Hot Springs
Knoxville stock firm Huffman Bros. loses senior member Billy Huffman two miles southeast of Knoxville. Cause given as a nervous disorder bordering on insanity from overwork. known to stockmen across Southern Iowa.
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Knoxvile
William
Huffman
Huffman, Bros
Knoxville
Atlanitarium
Hot Springs
Billy” Huttman
Towa
Dubuque Man Jumps Overboard Missing After River Jump
A Dubuque man aged 28 from West Virginia, manager of Gatty & Co. store, jumped from a river steamer near Shear Hall Avenue last night and is missing. It is unclear if the act was suicide or accidental.
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Dubuque
J. 8. Croy
Gatly & Co
G.W. HiIl
Spatil
West Virginia
College Names Instructor for Extension Work in Iowa
A draft by Iowa State College adds to the extension foreas. Migate' aR Lagan, now entering a fourth term, resigns as superintendent of schools in Cherokee county to devote full time to boys and girls club work led by the college.
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Amos
Iowa
Iowa State College
Migate
Lagan
Gehoolw
Cherokee County
Local Home Attacked In Yard. Several Injured
In a quiet doorstep gathering at Mrs. Martin Jensen's home near here a peaceful cow gag turned violent when an assailant struck a group in front of the house. Mrs Lene of Extra sustained a hand injury while Mrs. Oscar Jensen and Martin Jensen were knocked down and bruised in the incident.
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Tha Door
Martin Jensen
Tha
Mrinal Lene
A Anda
Oscar Jensen
Carmean Sentenced to Fifteen Years in San Quentin
Marshalltown report states A Carmean former head of the Brigadea Car mean Buggy company now of Los Angeles was sentenced to fifteen years in San Quentin for contributing to the delinquency of 13 year old Pearl Peterson according to no telegram received and Carmean was convicted.
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Carmean
Bentenedd
Marshalltown
Newton
A. Carmean
Rrigadea-Carmean Buggy' Company
Low Angeles
Wag
San Quentin Penitentiary
Pearl Peterson
State Board Meeting Delayed by Illness Rules Out New President
Cedar Rapids reports illness among several State Board of Education members will push the meeting to be largely routine and it is unlikely a new president will be named at this session.
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State Board of Education
Cedar Rapids
Treynor Short Line to Reopen Traffic at Once
The Treynor Short Line corridor between Council Bluffs and Traynor, including the Fifteen Mile line to Traynor, will resume operations immediately under receiver August Fy Dammrow of the Iowa & Omaha Short Line.
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Treynor
Cornell Bluffs
August Fy Dammrow
Omaha
Traynor
Council Bluffs
Judge Reverses Verdict Against Burlington Railroad
Judge O D Wheat set aside the $80,000 personal injury verdict against the Burlington railroad company in a dam injury case involving C. P. Clemantson, order indicating grounds for reversal and potential retrial.
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O.D. Wheater
C. P. Clemantson
Burlington Railroad
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