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Newspaper
Alden Times
Location
Alden, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 07, 1908
Page
1
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Fragmented OCR suggests a local incident involving Honan and a Mrs Rocum in a wealthy district. Details are obscured, but the fragment hints at a hectic, possibly dangerous scene and a possible investigation underway.
A mysterious blast rocked a New York state town, tearing away sections of a street and destroying several houses. Authorities report numerous injuries, with responders securing the area as investigators search for the cause amid chaotic scenes and scattered debris.
Mrs Anna I Lynch died early Friday at her home near McKee after a long illness from elephantiasis lasting nineteen years. The town council was called by petition Friday evening.
An unruly mob attacked a jail area as officers and deputies faced a surge of armed men. Shots fired with injuries reported among three wounded and one possibly fatally wounded. Chaos erupted as a crowd surged toward the jail entrance amid heavy gunfire and surrounding chaos.
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A landslide devastates the village of Mehr Laeg Halna in Austria. Sixteen people are reported killed, with casualties continuing as rescue teams search the area. Authorities assess the disaster as a major natural catastrophe.
A Pittsburg upheaval centered on the Gould Harriman deal described as the era’s largest market maneuver. The plan aims to fix up Wabash lines to haul steel promised by Carnegie, with United States Steel poised to deliver 25 percent of profits. The Goulds are pushing into Pittsburg despite prior railroad handling and ore allocations, signaling a major shift in regional steel interests.
An Arkansas church leader and a doctor face charges in a counterfeit ring case. Authorities report the arrest of a pastor and the doctor as key figures, with multiple suspects implicated in producing spurious coins and mislabeling goods. The investigation outlines alleged schemes and the individuals connected to Hitvitsatm, Arkansas, amid ongoing legal proceedings.
The article reports a murder case with multiple theories and ongoing investigation. It notes possible mob involvement and suspects, including references to a tape and a recent fatal outcome. The piece mentions city, state, and local authorities and hints at a broader conspiracy surrounding the incident.
Assistant cashier of Senide Bank in Wash was arrested after a cash discrepancy of about 48000 dollars surfaced. Parkberet, acting cashier of the Phot National bench, faced arrest as the investigation linked him to theft while returning to the bank. His alleged confession and the bank’s security measures are noted as federal authorities move to prosecute.
A Brooklyn NY based savings and loan inquiry involves named bankers including a president and executives. Officials in Kings County are reported to be connected to the case as investigators outline irregularities and potential misuses of funds.
The Northens Brotherhood of Tailors in New York and Brooklyn threatens a walkout unless employers concede to a nine hour day and wage increases. The looming action centers on requested pay and working conditions as we approach October.
The fast section of the Market street subway in Philadelphia near Van has been completed. The project is described as one of the greatest in the world and cost about 20 million dollars.
A flute auditor's report submitted Thursday notes 468 fewer saloons in Ohio than on January 1. The decline signals regulatory effects and shifts in local licensing, with authorities monitoring licensed premises and compliance trends across the state.
The state championship race at Clinton featured Paddy and Prince of Sioux City leading with a 1 16 3 6 mile. Corbett and Sullivan from Sioux City faltered while Phe artamineter and others vied. A 1000-strong fireman parade preceded races at the district fair grounds.
At the Wolum Cockburn farm six miles south of Aurelia a June 2 calf was born with a shelllike back and a tail tapering to a point. Local observer AL Andersen described the intestinal arrangement as more turtlelike than typical calf anatomy, attributing the oddity to mysterious causes near the Piteher river.
About 6,000 people expected at the sixteenth annual reunion of old settlers and pioneers of the Little Sioux and Maple Valleys in Danbury on August 26. R H Loucks of Danbury, president, went to Sioux City to arrange special trains for the picnic. Past attendance topped 4,900, with hopes for at least 6,090 this year as surrounding towns follow a circuit through September.
A Creston feud escalated with gunfire injuring Steeft RR McDonald, wounded in both shoulders and arm. The faction led by Daw family confronted the rival clan between homes as the fight reopened, with Mec le Ponadld expected to recover and a full-scale war feared to resume.
The Wilson theater in Mason City will be renamed the Cecil this Thursday at a ceremony honoring Master Cecil Gale, son of Senator Gale, noted visitor and musician who is blind. In Waterloo, 19 year old Russell Mumper drowned while swimming in Cedar River. he was a strong swimmer. In Dubuque, The Enterprise Printing Co managed by John Ingraham has been foreclosed by creditors.
Misa Anna McCaffrey, the Dubuque girl missing for two days, was located on a country highway six miles from home in a demented condition. Local authorities reported she is alive but in need of care. Medical teams transported her to a nearby hospital for evaluation and treatment.
A severe wind and rain storm struck Little Sioux on Thursday, toppling a barn and destroying fruit and shade trees. Local authorities reported extensive property damage and urged residents to inspect for further hazards as cleanup begins.
Bitter fight over Sunday theater closings in Cedar Rapids has pitted a 25 member clergy committee against theater owners. The council heard 200 to 300 spectators as debate raged, with the men’s clubs insisting on an ordinance banning Sunday amusements and ready to submit it to a popular vote. The opposing side argued no desecration exists and urged voters to reject such limits. No council decision has been made, but the committee vows not to drop the matter.
L Sample of Woodbine pursues old creditors in Rock Rapids Iowa area for $1,647 dating from 1885 to 1888. He had hay ventures in Liver more Illinois West Bend Corwith and George. Nine years past he became a Christian, used bankruptcy to discharge debts, and now seeks to settle remaining claims while continuing insurance work. He serves as Presbyterian deacon and state treasurer of the Christian Endeavor society.
The Des Moines filing McColl vs McColl reveals Rev Arthur McColl former resident of Corcectionville. The wife accuses infidelity and cruel treatment and says he attempted to kill her with a razor. This is his second divorce appearance after a prior divorce from his first wife a year ago. His present wife earlier worked as Lille Shape a Chautauqua platform entertainer.
Seven informations were sworn before Justice Skemp by Assistant County Attorney Dewnison for the State Food and Dairy Commissioner. Defendants include M Clements Holy Cross, W Young Epworth Pp Breitbach Belltown all in Dubuque County, charged with selling extracts bearing false leading labels. Cecil Decker of Lake City drowned in the Ttaiecoon river six miles south of Grant City while bathing with a boy.
Frank McLean a 20 year old resident of Dubuque was found dead in a shed on Dodge Street after an apparent overexertion at a ball. Also noted are upcoming appearances by John W Kern for vice president on the Democratic ticket and another poisoning death of Ta Dixon in New Hampton. Reddy Gray, wanted for assault on two Missouri Valley girls, was recaptured near Columbus Nebraska.
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