25 Apr 1902
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Newspaper
Alden Times
Location
Alden, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 25, 1902
Page
1
A readable fragment describes widespread famine in Russia with scurvy and hunger across the population. Grain shortages and zero spring sowing are noted, along with references to displaced people, scarce food, and broad societal distress amid war and shortages.
An artist named Myron Tieler, described as a timid semicreatist, was sent to a state hospital following a mental breakdown. The report notes a failed revival attempt and describes agonized actions as bystanders struggled to intervene while he lay exhausted and unresponsive.
Fragmentary text reports a planned marriage disruption with references to Cahiwen Wan and Sen Singh, noting parental interference and trust issues. Partial phrases mention a parlor or party, a late decision, and fear of a setback. No clear dates or locations are discernible.
A contested decree set aside leaves Mr Campbell with two wives. The court weighs whether a divorce legally voids the earlier marriage and whether bigamy charges may arise, questioning dates, witnesses, and the validity of prior proceedings. The case hinges on who was legally married when and where.
A fragmentary report notes a valuable marble deposit uncovered during sewer work in Chicago. Workers drilled after examining a bore and found a subterranean deposit that experts deem potentially substantial, suggesting a rare geological find beneath urban infrastructure.
Sensational reports accuse poison in wine tied to a death of Representative Albert tiberin. Investigators and press cite a possible link to a family reunion amid scattered notes and unclear clues.
A chaotic report describes an alleged forger and a captain facing a Merriiaeded case, with mentions of a voyage on a steamship, wartime troop movements, and a coal miners strike. The piece intertwines court actions, labor unrest, and nationalist sentiments, highlighting workers resisting layoffs while authorities orchestrate investigations and potential reprisals.
Philippine defense and insurgent leadership report Gen. Malvar’s unconditional surrender to American forces in Batangas province, ending extended resistance in the Visayas and Luzon. Allied commanders praise his capitulation and vow to restore order and rebuild provincial governance amid renewed trade prospects.
Fragmentary early report describes rebels slaughtering or capturing over 2,000 imperial troops. The scene includes surrounding movements near Crett Conintetion and calls for immediate reinforcements. Unclear names and places remain garbled in the damaged text.
Fragmented OCR reports betray a tumult of events. Depositors in a Savile Bank face destabilizing actions as distributive authorities plan asset seizure. Separate items describe deaths and violence in Trinidad and Philadelphia. Authorities question whether deaths stem from criminal acts or broader crises.
In Davenport Scott County Court on Wednesday Vorger, already linked to multiple forgeries, received a seventeen year sentence. The proceedings named Beasley, Barker, Evans, and others as accomplices in numerous swindles involving forged deeds and notes across Illinois and Indiana with several victims cited.
Monona County arrests followed a warrant sworn by Sheriff W. Bl Stormin. Ned Bae moists and Cade Few two well Kirwan near Mencoe were charged with fishing violations and possession of explosives. The men face trial as authorities pursue details of old crimes.
Police trace a bloody clue linked to Lem Petersen in the Peterson murder case. DA Joes Motes notes possible initial suspect. brothers reported presence near Camererinn after Suneday gathering. Bloodhounds used but pursuit paused while investigators follow a lead.
Reports from Waterloo detail closures of shops linked to Hitness Central Dacta actions and a presidency dispute. The piece lists pensions granted to individuals in Iowa towns, notes a jail break attempt by Frank Torenz and Ed Brady, and reports a bank forgery arrest involving L A Bryan and Jun Miabband.
Gov. Cummins signs parole papers activating for Weeley Elkins who is released from the Iowa Penitentiary. Conditions require residence in Linn County and prohibition from visiting Clayton County and neighboring counties. He must report to Carnell College for partial time. The case, linked to a 16 year old killer of his father and stepfather, drew statewide attention.
The court ended guardianship over Keecentric Sheldon restoring control of property to Sheldon. A petition by wife, son, and daughter sought to prevent dissipation of wealth once estimated in the tens of thousands, amid eccentric behavior and heavy liquor use.
A large family gathering marked the 50th wedding anniversary of Mr. and Mrs. Payne, longtime residents of Bert Diode. Generations attended the celebration with twenty close relatives present and many neighbors joining the festive event. The celebrants, aged 72 and 70 respectively, enjoyed a special tribute from family and friends during the home gathering.
A violent clash left Craterad dead and several injured near a small Iowa town. Deputies and a marshal moved quickly to arrest suspects as a broader crime wave surfaced with reports of thefts, botched collapses, and a flurry of scattered charges. Details show a rambling list of names, places, and alleged contraband in a chaotic, early 20th century crime roundup.
Figures prepared for the executive council reveal costs for paper envelopes paste and similar supplies bought by the supply department. Printing for sessions and public notices totals reveal higher use by senators than representatives with few members of either house spending over ten dollars on supplies. The document includes a request for uniform reporting and notes the governor’s review of burglar insurance bills and a state exam pass list.
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