Arbitration ideas drift amid submarine warfare talks
Diplomatic dialogue on submarine warfare and arbitration continues with Germany signaling openness to a point of view shared by the United States. The aim is to assure non armed merchant ships and permit visit and search with impunity. Britain’s stance on arming vessels remains a key question in ongoing discussions.
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Great Britain
Great ‘Britain
ish vand
France and Allies Set to Launch Western Front Attacks
Fragmented text notes France declaring intent to act with Italy and the Allies, aiming to position for a western front offensive. Mentions sparing measures, support from majorities, and German counter in a costly operation. References Le Pretre and French actions westward.
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Italy
Le Pretre
Boots for Russ Headed to St Louis for Army Goods
Fragmentary note reports a shipment of boots bound for St Louis to store army materials valued at about $100,000. The item implies military supply logistics with unidentified actors and a large inventory moving through a midwestern hub.
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Russ
St. Louis
British and Allied War Updates Amid Global Turmoil
Reports from London and Paris describe naval losses, internment plans for Germans and Austrians, and calls to expand military service. Sizable rioting damage across British territories follows the Lusitania sinking, while Allied forces advance near Carency and Notre Dame de Lorette.
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Laos
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Carency
Cunard Mauretania May 29 Sailing Cancelled in London
A Cunard line steamer Mauretania, Lusitania sister ship, was set to sail May 29 from London but the voyage has been canceled. The report notes the ship carried passengers and a general cargo departing from Philadelphia on May 1 bound for Liverpool.
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Belgian bishop Camillus Maes dies amid war grief in Covington
Personal grief over Europe war and Belgium devastation was believed to hasten the death of Camillus P Maes sixty nine who for thirty years served as Catholic bishop of the Covington Kentucky diocese P J Fitzpatrick seventy a member of a wealthy Irish family was found dead in his room asphyxiated accidentally in Chicago Dr Fitzpatrick was once surgeon on an English steamship
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Mexican Revolt and New York Court Rulings Highlight News
A chaotic mix of reports covers Yaqui raids in Sonora and a Detroit transit strike approved by Mayor Marx, plus legal wins for Harry Thaw and John D. Rockefeller, a fatal New York fire, a Minnesota murder revelation, a steamer sinking with recoveries, and mixed notes from the world court congress in Cleveland.
Deer Herd Roams Free Across Iowa Farmland
Historical note describes a dispute over deer that roamed a large swath of southwestern Iowa, especially around Pottawattamie County. The state owned the herd, estimated at 150 to 200 or more, and prosecutors faced court appeals after a farmer shot one deer and offered the carcass to a game warden. The case moved from a justice court up to district and supreme courts.
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Towa
Pottawattamie
Webster City Electric Plant Names in Legal Action
In Webster City, two claimants face action over municipal electric light and water plants. One official is recognized as head of the plants, with the question of authority and responsibility to be determined by interim management.
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Webster
Webster City
Drowning Tragedy at Lows Fells Sees J Rogers Try Save
Report notes Glen Bantman died while attempting to rescue Howard J Rogers from drowning at Lows Fells. Authorities describe a rescue effort that ended in Bantman's death with Rogers surviving the incident.
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To Erect Opera House in Glidden
A Farmers' Institute meeting will be called to arrange financing and a proposal to erect an opera house. Ground has already been purchased by a committee for the project.
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Glidden
Farmers’ institute
Oldest Scott county woman dies at 100 in Buffalo
Mrs Magdalena Sherer aged 100, noted as the oldest woman in Scott county, died at her Buffalo home west of Davenport after observing her hundredth birthday on February 15 this year. She had lived a long life in the area and was respected by neighbors and family.
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Dica
Davenport
Meeting to elect Bi President and vice president in Creston
A Creston meeting aims to elect Bi President and C B as vice president. Organizers expect a larger turnout with many commercial organizations invited to send delegates from the southern town to participate.
Narrow Escape From Drowning Near Montrose
The Dixie towboat towing the floating theater America struck a stump in sixteen feet of Mississippi water near Montrose. The crew and actors escaped to the show boat before it sank, with one actress drowning. An unclaimed $60 of her earnings was left under her pillow. River men fear the wreck cannot be raised and will have to be dynamited.
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Dixie
America
Mississippi
Montrose
Flour Mill Sale Ends Era in Humboldt
The flouring mill of Rutland One and remaining water mills of the state have passed from existence. The water power and plant were purchased by the Northern Iowa Power Company, Humboldt, marking the end of an era for local industry.
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Sioux City Mayor v Smith Libel Case Heads to Court
A libel case involving Mayor and Smith is set for district court with grand jury involvement. The proceedings center on claims arising from a sermon delivered by Rev. Wallace M. Hamilton, pastor of the First Presbyterian Church, alleging libelous remarks.
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Sioux City
Drive Will Be Implemented By The Project Team
Aimed at completing the road work, engineers reported that the team has accepted the plan and will proceed with surface surfacing and progress checks to ensure timely completion.
Odd Fellows Encampment Set for July Thirty to August Eight
The Odd Fellows encampment at Clear Lake is scheduled for July 30 to August 8. Previously the order bought a fine tract of land on the west side of the lake in Oakwood Park for the event and related activities.
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Body Found In Cistern In Fort Dodge
The dead body of Mrs. William Allison, age 70, was found in a cistern. She had probably fallen while wandering in a mentally unbalanced condition.
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Fort Dodge
William Allison
Man Dies of Wound After Gunfire at Floyd
Charles City Sam Johnson died from blood poisoning after being shot by Fletcher Thomas with a shotgun at Floyd. Thomas, a colored man, is jailed here awaiting first degree murder charges.
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Doctor Vic Moore Heads to England for NHS Enlistment
Fragmentary text records Yankton physician Dr Vic Moore on a journey toward England to enlist in a British hospital service. The garbled note hints at life and path references but lacks clear dates or places.
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Sioux City
Vic Moore
Yankton
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England
British’ hospital
Bank leaders switch posts in nationwide banking moves
John McHugh, president of the First National Bank of Broux City, has accepted the first vice presidency at Merchants and Mes tala National Bank of New York City, strengthening ties between Sioux City and New York financial institutions.
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Aged Woman Hangs Self in Crescent Park Home
The body of Mrs Ame lia Heuswold was found swinging in the chicken coop at her Crescent Park home, where she lived with her son. Authorities report a self inflicted tragedy.
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Amelia Heuswold
Crescent Park
Negro ex slave presides over Muscatine county jury
In Muscatine county history a Negro and ex slave was allowed to preside over the deliberations of a district court jury for the first time. The event marks a notable milestone in local justice, highlighting shifting roles in the county's legal system.
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Muscatine
Muscatine county
Plunges 5,000 Feet Olinton Details
Fragmentary report notes a fatal plunge of 5,000 feet near Olinton. Readable details describe the incident and referenced death, with limited context and no official causes provided in the fragment.
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Olinton
Disbanding of Iowa National Guard Firms Moves Forward
Officials report the disbanding of three Iowa National Guard companies to enable reorganization. Fort Madison and Chariton residents accept the order to collect state property and return uniforms and weapons. Lower rating units were dismissed, aiming to streamline the guard and address concerns about organization and sanitation bills debated with Governor Clarke and Congressman Hull.
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Iowa National guard
Dakota Officials Probe Historic Site Plans Amid Sky Law Talks
Dakota state officials including former Governor Vessay and Secretary Henry Saberson discuss permissions and marking plans for historic sites in the Thirty-sixth assembly. Contracts, drainage bonds, and bids surface as the board weighs markers, siting, and funding, with emphasis on compliance and state roles.
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Vessay
Dakota
Iowa
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