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Newspaper
Alden Times
Location
Alden, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 05, 1908
Page
1
Fragmented OCR outlines a sweeping note on church bishops and administrative reshuffles across Ohio Nebraska and Oklahoma. Names and places blur into garbled text but mention of Bishop John Ta Neulson and Quayle hints at episcopal assignments and regional church planning.
Fragmentary OCR text shows garbled references to places and people including New York City and Sandy, with unclear events. The readable parts hint at a news brief or notice about a city or transit topic, but specific facts, dates, or names are not clear enough to identify a concrete event or outcome.
Unclear OCR text mentions dam and flood risk. references to people and places are garbled, but signals a danger to the Sabon area and regional flood considerations with local officials and possible closures or evacuations.
A garbled OCR excerpt mentions names and places in a disordered line. readable fragments include references to Meath Courtstone shack and several individuals, but most words are unintelligible, yielding no clear event, action, or outcome to summarize.
Market report from Stows City Livestock Market records Thursday quotes for livestock and stock feed. Mop Weeves listed at 6.85 dollars, hop dives at 5.99 pounds, reflecting varied pricing amid trading activity at Stony City market.
A man identified as Acuna dated Atarphy of Ort Dodge fa was found dead in Monona county. The coroner ruled the death a murder and said two tramps have been arrested.
The Prussian battleship Peter the Great reportedly struck a rock late Wednesday night near Une Galfoof. Crew members feared possible damage and rescue teams were dispatched to the scene.
A Montana based Amador Mining and Development Company failed after six years of selling stock, leaving Chicago stockholders facing a $660,000 loss. Secretary and GM JD Mackinnon, founder of the enterprise, vanished from active duty amid inquiries. The Chicago majority had funded the venture, with beneficiaries unclear as investigations continue.
A fragmented field of text suggests a parliamentary session where a currency bill is briefly discussed. References to government actions, timing, and a Wednesday lifting of consideration appear amid garbled phrases. Key entities are unclear due to transcription errors.
A fragmentary report states Peter Rudy Aliomo and wife were killed in a tornado that struck two miles east of Nivea on a Tuesday night. Numerous homes were destroyed or damaged, with three piers damaged. The severe storm caused widespread damage across the area.
Former Chief John M. Collina and ex-Attorney Frank D. Comerford, both of Chijenito, were acquitted Wednesday of charges alleging involvement in conspiring to misuse a political frame and to influence the Dunne election, according to court records.
A damaged OCR fragment notes a first shot striking a ship tied to a riverine defender. The text references Arkansas and a turret, with garbled phrases about a river or harbor engagement and a battle action near a coast. The readable facts indicate a naval incident involving a turret and firearm fire aboard.
A dynamite attack devastated Cueniagh injuring three assailants and the Jammer TL Gallagher. Authorities report the San mraft case links to the prose cutter era as investigators search for suspects amid night-time blasts.
A blaze swept the Standard Sash and Door plant on Center Avenue, displacing many families. One man sustained injuries and two others were said to be seriously hurt as the fire completely destroyed the 600 plant facility. Authorities and volunteers battled the flames through Wednesday, with the neighborhood evacuated and residents sent to temporary shelters.
Admiral A. S. Crowinshield US Navy retired after long service died in Philadelphia on Wednesday following a month in hospital and an unsuccessful nasal allergy operation.
By noon Wednesday the state populist convention at Danville consisted of Gen. Coxey and seven delegates. The convention has done little beyond waiting and hoping for additional delegates to join.
Mrs. Gen. Alfred Orendorff died Wednesday from a hemorrhage caused by fright during a terrific wind storm.
The eighteenth ballot resulted in Dr Lewis Pitt and others being named as new bishops of the Methodist Church. The roster lists Rev Dr W Anderson of New York, J Neilson Berea, Rev Dr Wo Quayle of St James Chicago, Rev der Woosmith editor, Rev Dr Lewis Sioux City, Yiushes of Duepauw University, Robert Meodutyre pastor Les Ntagoes, and Rev Dr Frank Moistretoel at the Montopolis church, with votes tallied on each ballot.
The passage presents a garbled stream with many near phonetic words and invented phrases. It reads like an OCR dump of place names, people, and terms with minimal coherent structure or identifiable news event.
A Cherokee County matter centers on two Wyetaffe breed of Fae Toruated tongues. Vinita is named as the boys father while Christes Wye is tied to the case. The period centers on a legal action involving loan agreements and county court proceedings. A notable death is mentioned in connection with the opening of the case.
Fragmented OCR text describes a speculative pace event tied to a New York party, mentioning Nukelsk Dussta and a reformed coterie. It references old tensions, control by copper sable entities, and a hinted force or sequence linked to Ves Ware. The readable parts are unclear and fragmentary.
Amid debate, committee plans phase one measures that could affect winter sports. Officials discuss potential schedules and safety steps while evaluating the fate of existing athletic programs amid broader reforms.
An unclear Missouri incident left Mrs J E King Mrs Antueakley and the Tater's brother among three drowned. Two others clung to the overturned craft until rescued as crews responded at the scene in rough water.
National rabies scare prompts Cedar Rapids health board action ordering dogs to be confined with tight mesh wire until October. The move follows a prior order revocation and involves asserting dog restraint to prevent further incidents amid aggressive rabies reports. The piece also notes related local incidents and a court ruling on damages in a separate Pisgah store incident.
A messy divorce case centers on alimony, child custody, and support. Bergeron requests relief from duties of passing, while the court weighs the decree and potential custody arrangements for the couple’s minor children. The husband asserts inability to pay, and requests custody and structure for support, amid a contested separation.
A lightning blaze struck two stores in Marshalltown causing minor damage and small losses. The first fire started at Blowers ticket market and was followed by a larger blaze at Geode store near Peapedieta Brintnall. Fire crews worked quickly, extinguishing both blazes with minimal damage and most losses covered by insurance.
In Valn near Okaloosa a man Davis Saucer drowns himself in the Ute Skink river four miles north of Shin Moo. The despondent woman Mrs Chaee Saucer, wife of the drowned man, allegedly urged by grief, plunged into the swollen river with the crowd presenting at the scene. A bystander attempted rescue but failed as the current carried her away. A bottle and clothing items were found near the bank as authorities investigated the self destruction amid family sorrow.
A municipal meeting approved a set of public building appropriations including a $60,000 increase for new posters at Easterville, restored $150,000 for Davenport, and raised Shenidoah funds from $40,000 to $10,000. Other town projects saw raises from $60,000 to $79,000 for Davenport and from $65,000 to $? for Counen EHfurts while all remaining appropriations were accepted.
Representatives of traveling men associations in Iowa met at Waterloo and organized the Courmerchil Travelers Congress of Iowa. They seek legislation to benefit travelers and the public, including creating the office of hotel inspector.
Fragmented text describes a dental mishap and a promise of safer procedures. It mentions an incident with teeth, a patient, and a dentist, with unclear names or dates due to garbled OCR. The passage lacks coherent facts but centers on dental care and safety assurances.
A disjointed report describes John Leissinger of Gautesburg, TH Wisconsin, involved in a severe attack with a razor during an attempted elopement with Judson Miarnes implicated. The incident left one party seriously injured and details remain unclear due to garbled text.
Henry Farman, the Breitlsy aero naut, began experiments at Ghent on Tuesday. His aircraft achieved several flights despite strong winds, drawing enthusiasm from the spectators who watched the demonstrations.
Harrison county lists Attorney Thomas Arthur as a Republican candidate to succeed Judge Macy who plans retirement. Arthur, long engaged in private practice in Iowa, graduated from the state university of Iowa law department in 1880.
Reports indicate the river rose rapidly over the weekend and continued Monday. By Tuesday afternoon floodwaters exceeded banks, inundating numerous acres of valuable farmland across the downlands area.
A.J. Hoath, an alleged forger, is in demand by Mason City police. He cashed checks in the name of E. B. Cimforti, a farmer near the city, obtaining money fraudulently.
A barn and outbuildings on W H Sedgwick’s farm near Lamolville were destroyed by a lightning strike. The fire caused $3 000 in losses with partial insurance coverage.
Chuster A. Yelton, 33, drowned in Young’s Creek on his Franklin Indiana farm while bathing. Local authorities reported the accidental drowning occurred in the creek near his homestead. Placed as a routine fatality note in the county records.
Des Moines and Coon River communities report waters subsiding after widespread evacuation. Officials say danger has passed and that most residents have left riverfront areas, with recovery efforts beginning as shoreline access returns.
One of New England’s notable men, ex Governor Frederick Holbrook of Vermont, recently observed his 95th birthday. He remains active in business as president of the Vermont Savings Bank for 38 years and is celebrated as a genteel elder statesman. The piece notes other church and civic figures, including Trinity parish leadership and discussions of clerical salaries, plus public printer appointment and a Florida senator’s death. Moments of national political life are touched, with names like Roosevelt and Leech appearing.
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