Attempted arson at West Bend parochial school sparks alarm
West Bend Journal reports an early morning fire set under stairs at Sts. Peter and Paul’s school, likely arson aimed at endangering 33 to 34 pupils. Oil used, wind southwest, building narrowly saved. Suspect identity unknown, authorities hold strong suspicion. Nearby Iowa Central Agent in Kanawha loses $400. J. J. Budlong departs with wife for southern trip, acting as Topic foreign correspondent.
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Singular Incident Injures Niagara Falls Observer
Claude Toothman narrowly escaped severe eye injury while plowing when a corn plow handle dropped and hit him near the eye, knocking the eye partially out of its socket. He reset the eye himself and reports it is recovering though sore.
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Fire at Algona Brick and Tile Works Destroys Plant
A spontaneous combustion fire in the coal house of the Algona Brick and Tile Works damaged the boiler room, destroyed some machinery and sheds, with losses pegged at 2500. Stockholders met and voted to rebuild, planning improved operation and capacity.
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Stolen Bell dispute denial from Algona Baptist pastor
Rev J F Porterfield of the Algona Baptist Church denies knowledge of a Register and Leader article about a church bell theft in Whittemore. He explains he acted as agent in a sale of church property under direction of Geo Boyle, asserts no church official involvement, and asks Whittemore citizens not to blame Baptists.
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Farm Home Burned In Tragic July Fourth Night
Mrs Heman Ward and two children were severely burned when a house fire followed a Fourth of July celebration near Titonia and Sexton. Ward likely fatally burned, her hair singed, and a son among the injured. Neighbors aided the evacuees as Dr Peters treated the victims, with Mrs Ward’s life reported as hanging in the balance.
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Hearing Today on Attempted Break in at St John Home
An Algona resident faces a charge of attempting to break into the residence of George St John while Mrs St John and a baby were home with a neighbor girl present. After the intruder tried the door and window, Mrs St John fired two shots through the door, frightening him away. The case is set before Squire Crowell this afternoon. Estray notice reports three stray calves taken up by Ferdinand Albright Union two.
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Taylor's Candies Request and Land Offer
J M Cowan offers 26 acres of land north of Winkel ice house plus three residences in Algona and two residence lots on State Street. Include request to ensure Taylor's candies are secured.
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