Seth Low Wins Greater New York Mayor Election
Seth Low, former Columbia University president and Citizens' Union candidate, is elected mayor of Greater New York by a large plurality, defeating Edward M. Shepard. Reports show Low leading in New York County with a sizable margin, while other races for district attorney and supreme court saw varied outcomes. Des Moines reports indicate Cummins leading in Iowa governor race by a large margin, with early precincts showing substantial gains for Republicans, and Nebraska results hint at a tight contest in some counties. Across the nation, returns were incomplete at press time, with multiple jurisdictions awaiting full tallies.
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Jerome
Robert A. Van Wyck
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Des Moines
A. L. Cummins
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Cummins
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Lindsay
France Defends Armenian Question and Turkish Relations
In parliamentary remarks the French government defends its actions regarding Armenia and criticizes Ottoman refusal to honor commitments. M Delesset notes France’s protection of Christians and asserts patience remains while seeking justice. The chamber affirms France’s duties to mankind and its own national interests, with no ultimatum given and readiness to act if needed.
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Miss Toppon Suspected in Poisonings Across Several Deaths
A Boston area nurse Miss June Toppan is under investigation for multiple patient deaths linked to her care. Authorities note a pattern of sudden fatalities after she assumed charge in eastern Massachusetts homes, with valuables missing and connections to the Davis household at Cataumet.
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Fog Shrouds Britain Halt Traffic Across Regions
Dense London fog stretches over Britain for thirty six hours, paralyzing business as trains, ports, and street traffic grind to a halt. Collisions increase while ambulances and officials scramble amid widespread confusion. In India a Bengal Lancers detachment defending a surveying party is attacked by Mahsuds with thirteen lancers killed. In commerce, machinists at Burlington shops switch to Chicago Great Western to fill strike gaps. Temperatures drop sixty degrees in the Tadhr territory following a fierce wind and rainstorm.
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Balloon Flight Ends With Harrowing Descent Near Vescadero
Eyewitness Dodge recounts a perilous balloon voyage from San Mateo Hills toward the ocean. The craft drifted south then settled on a hillside six miles from Vescadero after a taxing descent. Passengers suffered seasickness and fear as they escaped the wicker cage and awaited rescue.
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Plague at Liverpool not triggering US port quarantine
Survey of advisories shows no new bubonic plague cases reported in Liverpool. U S consul warns passengers no immediate quarantine fears at American ports though authorities remain cautious. Reporter notes on Liverpool trade and related U S concerns. Also mentions alfalfa earnings and the death of John Patrick Cahill, linked to Casey at the Bat lore.
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Market Quotations From Major U S Cities
Market quotations list cattle hogs and sheep prices across Chicago Indianapolis St Louis Cincinnati Detroit Toledo Milwaukee Buffalo New York and New Orleans. Prices cover cattle hogs sheep wheat corn oats rye butter butterfat and potatoes with ranges for each city and commodity.
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New York
Des Moines interurban rail line tied to Southern roads
Fragmented OCR reads as a debate over a Des Moines area rail spur linked to Southern railroads. Mentions Nor ity and Adiar counties, an envisioned line paralleling existing routes, and questions about a state connection or interurban electric system. The text is unclear on exact routes or authorities.
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Ad County
Des Moines
Workmen’s Insurance Case Tests Lodge Rules
Henry Hildebrand, barred as a bartender under lodge rules, later admitted to another Dubuille lodge as a clerk. After his death the grand lodge refused the insurance, a jury ruled the policy valid, and the grand lodge plans to appeal the decision.
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Four Years for Disorderly House Keepers in Des Moines
Judge Bishop of Des Moines district court handed a four year penitentiary sentence to Alice Alister and Sylvia Connor for keeping a disorderly house of fame. The case revealed two girls, aged 14, as inmates, now at the reform school in Mitchellville. The sentence marks a record severity for the county in such offenses.
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Sylvia Conner
reform
Mitchellville
Banks All Right in an Exceedingly Prosperous Condition
Iowa banks report a quarterly gain with the state auditor noting the largest increase in business on record. Total assets and liabilities for 269 banks reach 8.21 million, while 22 state banks total 50.39 million. Posits grow by 5.74 million with bills receivable up 5.08 million.
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Iowa
Bonds Invalid Over Debt Limit Clinton Before Consolidation
Bonds issued by the city of Lyone before its consolidation with Clinton were declared invalid as Clinton had exceeded its debt limit. Earlier, assessments against abutting property were overturned by the state supreme court due to delays and lack of advertising new bids. Large barn burns near Mapleton. tenant James Gittins loses horses and farm equipment. barn insured, other property not. Mason City’s $85,000 court house to be built of native stone heated by city hot water plant, fireproof. Dr. Harry J. Watson, once Ottrmina resident, now a Philippines surgeon, reportedly recommended for army captaincy. Mrs. William E. Fuller, 60, wife of Asst. Attorney General, dies in West Des Moines after seven months. Osteopathic case awaiting December term. no decision likely on constitutionality until after legislature. Spaix Bank robbed early morning. thieves failed to steal cash, possibly arrived by bicycle.
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Des Moines
Fled Miss Cooper Amid Fatal Shot Reported
Fragmentary text mentions a fatal shot and a person named Miss Cooper. It references insanity notes and the Illinois Central bridge Del Rio Molies River at Fort Dorse. The fragmentary line hints at a crossing incident on a train and a commission.
Smuggling Event Involving Wallich Cashes In Italian Box Trade
An irregular shipment at a depot led to a dispute over cigars and money. Wallich allegedly cashed $200 from a set of boxes labeled as Italian goods while the rest of the bundles, later opened, proved to be low value items worth around eight dollars per thousand. The incident involved a discrepancy between claimed and actual goods and a dealer in a murky trading scheme.
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Railway Bridge Collapse Near Waterloo Fatal for Stockman
A Great Western freight train east of Waterloo wrecked when a wooden bridge gave way as it crossed the span. Stockman J. W. Emery was instantly killed. J. B. Veneman of Des Moines and Conductor James Druse were badly injured. a brakeman suffered a broken arm. The caboose rode into a ditch fifteen feet below.
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J. W. Emery
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Bank Robbery in Matlock Sioux County Hits $2000 Loot
Six armed men robbed the Bank of Matlock in Sioux County early Thursday. The gate and building suffered fire damage while the band secured about $2000 in cash. An elderly sleeper in an adjoining building was awakened by the explosion and forced to stay silent at gunpoint as the robbers escaped.
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Cerro Gordo County Builds New Courthouse Completed
Cerro Gordo County finished and occupied its new courthouse with a total cost around 470,000. Architects and builders hail it as a model in design and finish. Construction began last September and features white Bedford stone exterior and native sandstone with oak interiors. The structure includes offices, annexes, and rooms for public meetings and abstract work.
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Shot By Own Gun Injures 17 Year Old
A teenager identified as 17 year old Hinest Shelhorn was shot while at a location described as Lal ward. The single round struck the youth on the side under the right arm as he stood near others. Initial reports indicate the weapon discharged accidentally during a confrontation.
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Des Moines District Court considers C state board case
In Des Moines the district court before Judge Holmes weighs the case of C state board of examiners seeking to compel issuance of a medical certificate. The report notes ongoing legal action and hints at broader professional licensing disputes without detailing rulings.
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Still College of Oateopathy
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mortar
Alitehetville industrial school
Fragmented Postcard Voice Reflects Global War News Echoes
A garbled clump of 19th century clipping references events and people from many nations. It touches on British Boers Persian and American news, political opinions, and military matters with scattered mentions of Topeka Pittsburg and New York sources.
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