21 Oct 1915
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Newspaper
Akron Register Tribune
Location
Akron, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 21, 1915
Page
1
Rescue teams struggle to recover bodies from the Fancy Creek bridge wreck as officials estimate four to six drowned, with many passengers trapped in the mud and sand. Divers cannot reach the submerged car’s depth. authorities plan further searches while injured survivors recover.
Allied forces from Salonika report Serb Anglo French troops have penetrated into Bulgarian territory north of the Greek border. They attacked Strumnitza as German reinforcements under Field Marshal von Mackensen arrive. Heavy fighting continues on both fronts as Britain and France aid Serbia amid mounting mobilization.
Washington outlines a program to mobilize 800000 men through civilian employment concessions over three years as part of a national defense initiative. The plan aims for a citizen army of 800000, with a regular force and reserves totaling about 2 200 000 in wartime. Potash production begins in Nevada marking a first US supply from alunite in Piute County. Italy plans a 25 million dollar one year loan in the US to fund materials and supplies. Alaska endures a strong earthquake near Kenai with limited damage reported.
Reports from the house of Lords criticize Balkan and Dardanelles actions as hopeless. Russian forces push in eastern Galicia while Berlin claims a setback. Zeppelin raids kill fifty five in London with many casualties. Italian entry into Balkans discussed. British subs sink German ore steamers. Bulgaria’s attack near Kragujevatz falters. Russian gains on Stripa river yield prisoners and materiel as Angl o French coordination stiffens.
Fragmentary report mentions German cruiser Kronprinz Wilhelm, warrant officers sought at sea, refunds and government actions, Joseph Bell acquitted of conspiracy in 1914 primaries, liquor interests influence, a detective shot in Chicago near Lake Michigan District, names Capt George Wellington Street and Mrs Brola-Streeter as witnesses.
The Washington administration proposes adding 75 million to army appropriations and about 476 million to the navy for the next fiscal year, with total military funding near 182 million. Wilson urges Congress for action on an army boost to 120000 and a reserve system, while noting funding for destroyers subs and cruisers as part of a broader naval expansion.
Mrs Abigail Scott Duniway long champion of women’s suffrage in Oregon dies in Portland at age eighty one. Bulgarian General Savoff, famed in the Balkan wars, reportedly retired by King Ferdinand at his own request to avoid fighting the allies.
Reports state Anna Layport and Mrs. John Healan were murdered at the Heelan farm house near Arabia Nob and the house burned with the bodies inside. An eighteen year old farm hand was arrested. A Mrs Olga H Walah of Chicago fled in a related matter. The U S court saw a petition to bar Mutual Life Insurance from a 600 million loan to the allies.
The article notes officers elected to lead a countywide effort for a forthcoming meeting. It highlights grand champion Percheron mare Mapley Grove Snow owned by Iowa State College and purchased by Prof. W. H. Pew. The piece also lists exhibitors William Crownover of Hudson and J C Singmaster earning multiple prizes in Percheron and Belgian classes at the world’s fair, with J J Gaynes earning numerous Morgana ribbons.
In Humboldt a jury upheld the will of Dilem C. Colby who left the bulk of her estate, valued at 150020 dollars, to Minne Han na her longtime companion. The case drew top lawyers from northern Iowa led by United States Senator Ken yon of Fort Dodge and was described as the county’s most significant and bitter fight in decades.
Fourteen month old Charlee W. Rando, son of Mr and Mrs Charlee W Rando, drowned in a tub with about three and a half inches of water. Found by his three year old sister who raised the alarm. First aid and physicians were summoned but the baby was dead when removed from the tub. The accident occurred while several groups of children played nearby.
District Judge Clark presided as the case over the old Nandlat church ended with a turnover to the Baptist state convention. The dispute, centered at Rockfard, likely will drop with the ruling and settlement.
Degroot connected with bringing Mrs Petrus Vanow and seven children to the country for unmoral purposes according to a federal warrant. Both Degroot and Vanow are said to have deserted their legal partners in matrimony. U S Immigration Inspector Whitfield may deport Degroot.
Sioux City cattle market records were shattered as the day’s receipts reached 385 cars, roughly 10,000 head, surpassing the prior peak of 8,885 head. The dramatic inflow highlights strong demand and shifting cattle trade dynamics in the region.
Sheriff Mareh returns from Ogden Utah with Roy Tedford and Frank Dodd charged with larceny of an auto. Authorities say they planned an elopement with local girls but the girls changed their minds at the last minute.
Des Moines reports the thirty eighth session of the Grand Chapter of the Eastern Star will convene October 27 and 28 with an estimated 2000 to 3000 delegates arriving from October 25 and 26. The convention bureau of the Chamber of Commerce and the organizing committees plan to entertain the guests during their early arrival days.
J H McCleary and his twin brother, both past ninety, are said to hold the love twins age championship. They recently returned from a stay in Galt and report a splendid time, enjoying their advanced years. Also notes warnings from the Iowa Bankers Association about check forgers and a list of suspects with aliases across multiple towns.
E B Mellen a LeMars carpenter sues in federal court seeking 81407.74 for repairing 90 445 box cars on lines tied to Milwaukee Illinois Central Great Northern Omaha Northwestern and other lines. Mellen claims 80 cents per car and says repairs were ordered by Grein firms of LeMars.
B Griswold of Dox Motnea was named president at the sixteenth annual Gideons of Iowa convention held here. Elected officers include F4 Shomer Dés Moines first VP A D Hanson Cedar Rapids second VP Ralph Ross Sioux City third VP B J Rutledge Ottumwa Will H Zaiser Deg Molnea secretary treasurers W G Wright Nevada chaplain.
Chas A Dewey of Washington elected grand master of the Royal Arch Masons of Iowa at Des Moines annual assembly. I T Forbes Marshalltown succeeds him as deputy grand master. Gen W Lipe Des Moines reelected grand principal conductor of work. A H Holt Waterloo reelected grand enangular and W F Claveland Harlan reelected grand recorder. Cedar Falls Cedar Valley District net profit 8088.22. fourte en months since launch with 75000 capitalization shows profits over 1400. Two fairs and two race meets occurred in this period. Fort Dodge church plans move forward for new building costing about 66000. Last year, Cedar Falls and Sacred Heart parish churches each began new structures costing 100000.
A partial OCR report describes a building collapse at Stora Duiditz injuring two men and two others, including Michael Maloney and D. Kadeeh. Proprietor of a plumbing business, Jo Loutzenheiser, and several traveling men were also affected with serious injuries. Others, Mary Kadooh and Attorney Shawvay, escaped with minor injuries.
A lengthy report from Warden Sanders notes eleven escapes from the Anamosa reform school and Fort Madison with six captured and five at large. It cites prisoner earnings, the honor system, and state efforts to extend control, while other items cover dairy rate fights, new attorneys, highway laws, and upcoming elections.
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