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Newspaper
Algona Advance
Location
Algona, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 25, 1908
Page
6
New York reports another chapter in the Platt Wood marital controversy. Mae Wood, ex Post Office employee, testifies in Justice Newburger's court about a $10,000 settlement dated October 14, 1903, and claims of a secret marriage and later pressure to destroy evidence.
In Boyertown Pa discovery shows one burned body identified as a woman dressed in men's clothing causing uncertainty about her identity. Italian laborers dig graves by night for Rhodes opera house victims as authorities tally 173 dead with 30 unidentified bodies to be buried in separate coffins behind brick dividers before a memorial service.
Philadelphia dispatch reports Charles R. Walt of Dallas, Texas, who closely resembled William Jennings Bryan, died suddenly while visiting Philadelphia for political conventions. During his stay he drew crowds who mistook him for the Nebraskan, greeting him and listening as he spoke briefly to each admirer.
A fragmented note reports Richard A McCurdy, the aged president of thevas pal, on his way back to New York amid rumors of Boett. The spelling and OCR errors obscure exact details.
In a four story Imperial Underwear plant in Ferai ton two girls perished and several others were seriously injured. About 200 workers were present when the blaze started in the basement. Florence Watrovska was burned to death and Martha Buckley died after leaping from a fire escape. The flames trapped workers on upper floors causing many to jump to safety. The loss is estimated at 78000 dollars.
London January 20. Suffragists forced entry to Downing Street as ministers prepared for the cabinet meeting. Police arrested nine demonstrators after they chained themselves to the railings. they refused to post security and were jailed for three weeks.
Spokane Wash Jan 20 Nfr and firs Henry Clay Maxwell natives of Missouri now living at Wapata Wash have received a personal letter from President Theodore Roosevelt thanking them for a photograph of their 12 children six of whom are twins The twins were born at intervals of four years the first five girls the second and third a boy and a girl coming in 1894 and 1898 The president congratulated the couple and complimented them on their large family The letter was accompanied by an autograph photograph of Roosevelt and his family
In Paris Pars on January 20 authorities stored the first discs from a talking machine series in the opera vaults. The metal plates are rustproof and sealed in metal cases with a complete operating guide. The records, praising renowned singers, will be opened after one hundred years. future additions will be added over time.
In Davidson County on January 26 a farmer over 60 was killed by his son Dave Pickler Gregory with an ax. His wife aided in the crime as described by the murdered man’s daughter. The assailants were captured near Mooresville and taken to jail in Charlotte after the fatal attack left the father unconscious.
Minnesota business clubs from 80 cities join in a statewide federation meeting. EB A Neill of Red Wing was elected chairman with C R Stine of St. Paul as secretary. Delegates discussed benefits of coordinated action, land settlement, drainage, and statewide promotion. St Paul Commercial Club hosted banquet and reception hosting about 160 delegates.
Unclear dispatches indicate Roosevelt era talks about keeping troops stationed in Nevada. Details are fragmented with garbled names and dates, but the issue centers on military presence and potential governor involvement.
The House introduced bills including penalties for stockholders aiding campaign funds and authorizing the purchase of steam colors with a 1.8 million appropriation. Senate approved Burlington Iowa bridge over the Mississippi and opened Flathead Indian Reservation for Homestead entry. A McGumber grain inspection hearing was set. John Paul Jones Commemoration booklet prepared with Roosevelt and other figures’ addresses in full.
Washington January 20 The House proceedings were varied by sidetracking the pension bill and private bills. With few exceptions these bills related to pensions and a large number passed. The House adjourned until Monday.
Lincoln Neb Jan 40 The ending of a pretty romance is indicated by the serious illness of Hugh L Giffin son of 2 wealthy president of Crab Orchard a small community from incan Laflin married Emily May Thomas an attractive stenographer of this city over a year ago after a short but strenuous court ship Some months later Mrs Laflin charged that her husband had deserted her and that he had been offered thousands of dollars by his relatives to do so It was not till the news came to the deserted wife that Laflin was at his home the vietnam of the white plague that she found out his where abouts Mrs Laflin who was a former resident of Sioux City met Laflin one day by chance at his boarding house and it was a vase of love at first sight Opposition by the relatives of the lover made no difference to him and the marriage soon took place It s claimed by Mrs Latin that the estrangement between hers and her husband was brought about when a sister of his game to visit them
New York dispatches report Cunard rejection of Jerymy port deal followed by another cut in east bound steerage fares on White Star and American Line ships. Rates drop to 20 dollars, with older ships at 18.75 and Cunard’s Umbila and Arthurly slated for even lower. Westbound rates unchanged. 23,081 east bound passengers left from this port this January, a two week record. Officials forecast more cuts and seek a North Atlantic conference to set a speed and condition based price schedule.
Fragmentary OCR notes indicate a family arm move in Nebraska on January 20 with references to FS and vague circa details. No clear names, organizations, or places are legible to confirm specifics. The readable bits suggest a local motion or procedural step rather than a broad event.
Vokio Jan 18 Canadian immigration question settled. The Japanese government informs it will honor the verbal promise to restrict laborer immigration and enforce regulations. Exchange of memoranda pending. Cabinet crisis in Japan seen as budget driven, not foreign policy change.
Chicago on January 18 reports a plan for a commercial clearing house where 350 large firms could settle debts and collect bills without banks. A special committee will investigate methods to implement a system modeled after bank clearing houses.
Warrants issued by the United States district court target nine Minnesota men connected to the Wood brothers case and the Wisconsin Grain company for violating postal laws. The action follows a recent dismissal and after Irman Smith and two jurors were arraigned on jury tampering charges.
Washington reports Dr. Walter Wyman states fleas on rats spread bubonic plague to humans. The 1907 San Francisco outbreak began with a fatal case in May and a August 6 case, with 6 deaths noted by November 19. President via treasury secretary takes charge. eradication will take long due to rat-carried disease.
Boston Jan 18 Without opposition the national guard convention accepted the nominating committee report favoring General Charles Dick of Ohio as president and a slate of vice presidents from Pennsylvania New York Minnesota Florida California Kentucky Iowa North Carolina and Washington with General J Hughes of Pry weg elected secretary and General Charles J Ander wr hgrenaret to succeed General Jahn Ost of Columbia C C who resigned by letter a race was voted to hold the next convention in Los Angeles California
Fragmentary OCR text mentions charges related to not bathing since marriage but lacks clear names, dates, places, or concrete facts to summarize into a coherent news item.
Fort Dodge Iowa January 18 Dr P K Doh a prominent physician was indicted by the grand jury on manslaughter charges for allegedly attempting to operate while intoxicated on Mrs Floyd Bowen of this city The indictment says he severed the woman's intestines and that attending nurses and doctors pulled filth from the victim who died almost immediately Subpoena servers later found him in bed resting amid the aftermath of narcotics and drugs Residents of Fort Dodge are aroused by the death Mrs Bowen a prominent musician and social figure.
A fire at the Second Congregational Church in Dorchester caused about 60000 in damage and was ruled the work of an incendiary. Investigators found a small halo at the outbreak site and nearby residue of material used in the act. The main loss was a newly installed 25000 organ, though many historic church treasures were saved. Dr Arthur Little is the pastor.
In Chicago a veiled shooting incident involving Mrs. Thomas Metcalf, who fired at Samuel Hamill an attorney from Terre Haute Ind., remained shrouded in mystery. No visitors or allies appeared at her jail cell and a stranger named Frances Rush, likely Lillian Gray, visited after hours. Metcalf claimed the name Beatrice Thomas though Hamill and friends knew her as Mrs. Metcalf.
New York January 18 The Central Park aviary scene ends when Landers a louadin toucan fatally crushes a mouse during a chase by keeper Donald Burns and staff. Visitors fled as the rodent darted between cages. the birds reacted with alarm and applause as the toucan finished the capture.
Coventry. Mrs Bradley Martin enjoyed a children's fancy dress at Coombe Abbey, head of a tabby cat, joining young princes and fairies in playful fun. She recalled her Waldorf Astoria ball eleven years ago where she wore a Marguerite of Valois costume with jewels and a grand train.
Uecker, Pr Leary and others in the United States circuit court face a direct decision on answering all I C C queries with exceptions noted. The case concerns a purchase of Union and related railway matters and seeks a clarifying ruling on which questions must be answered.
The piece notes a proposed Smithsonian collection of battle songs and cites Roosevelt urging a complete archive with authors and circumstances. It argues the Spanish American War anthem There'll Be a Hot Time in the Old Town Tonight is ragtime and not suitable for proper inclusion unless veterans press for it.
The court martial of Lieutenant General Stoessel over Port Arthur’s surrender nears its end with a verdict expected early next week. Attorney Syrtlanoff signals little hope for acquittal on the main charge, while seeking exoneration for evacuations and substitutions. Witnesses recall scant shells in magazines and nightly thefts by gunners, as the crowded courtroom includes high-ranking officers and grand dukes.
New York reports plans for the world’s largest restaurant to occupy a full block on Broadway between Forty third and Forty fourth streets. It features a Versailles style roof garden, grand interior, and a total outlay near 4 million dollars for grounds and buildings leased from the Astor estate for 21 years. Additional costs push toward half a million, with 1 million bond backing and capitalists from Pennsylvania among backers.
Washington Jan 18 Admiral Cowles told House naval affairs panel that transporting coal for the battleship fleet now sailing to San Francisco will cost one million dollars. He noted American colliers largely declined charters at higher foreign rates, except the Virginia whose owners chartered to Pacific trade for profit.
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