Senate Swayne Impeachment Clears House Actions
In Washington the Senate passed private and semi public bills while debate on the pure food bill continued. The House impeached Judge Charles Swayne of Florida after a lengthy session, with detailed prosecution of specifications and strong votes for impeachment. The next day the Senate received notice of the House’s impeachment intent and prepared for trial.
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Washington
Senate
Messrs
McCumber
Platt
Connecticut
Spooner
Bailey
House
House of Representatives
Charles Swayne
Florida
Palmer
Pennsylvania
Judiciary Committee
Ceyton
Alabama
Powers
Massachusetts
Henry
Lexas
Lamar
Gillett
California
Littlefield
Maine
Foraker
Dubois
Kearns
Utah
Arizona
Colorado River
Committee of Seven
Committee of Five
Sen
Swayne
Williams
Mississippi
Canmon
Hill
Bartlett
Georgia
Democrata
Beveridge
Committee On Territories
Iowa Supreme Court Rules Federal Bonds Not Deductible for Bank Taxation
The Iowa Supreme Court ruled that banks cannot deduct the value of federal bonds from their taxable stock. The decision, aligning with earlier Iowa cases, upholds assessor and board of review in not allowing such deductions for the People's, Des Moines, and Home Savings banks. The ruling follows prior cases Herman Savings Bank, National State Bank, and First National Bank decisions.
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Des Moines
Supreme Court of Iowa
James A. Howe
Polk District Court
Board of Review
People’s
The
Home Savings Banks
United States
Federal Supreme Court
Herman Savings Bank
Buurlington
Iowa
National State Bank
Burlington
First National Bank
Independence
Damages Awardable For Sheep-Killing Dogs Case
Des Moines reports the Iowa Supreme Court reversed a lower court in Anderson vs Halverson Buena Vista. The ruling lets a jury decide what portion of forty sheep losses to attribute to Andersons dog and allows testimony about a claimed admission that killed his dog.
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Des Moines
Supreme Court
Anderson
Halverson
Bank of Olin Assigns After Bank Closure
The banking house of E F Snyder in Olin has closed its doors. It served farmers in Jones and Cedar counties. Assets reported at 175000 with liabilities at 165000, though experts suggest liabilities exceed assets. Snyder assigned to L M Carpenter for creditors. Assets include many thousand dollars of unsecured claims. Liquidation expected at about 50 percent.
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Anamosa
E. FE. Snyder
Olin
Jones County
Cedar
Snyder
L. M. Carpenter
Whisky Is Flammable Sparks Near Luzerne Farmer
Jack Egan near Luzerne started home after drinking whisky. He carried a bottle in his pocket, his clothing caught fire when he struck a match to inspect the liquid, and his clothes burst into flames. Help arrived quickly, he was treated, and his prognosis was hopeful.
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Tracr
Jack Egan
Luzerne
Egan
Keokuk Clerk Arrested for Mail Robbery
Walter Shaw a night mailing clerk in Keokuk was arrested Saturday on charges of robbing the mails marked money from decoy letters found on his person. Investigators tied six months of missing money to the suspect who denies the crime. Shaw a young married printer by trade with one child pleaded not guilty before United States Commissioner Roberts and was held on $1,000 bond awaiting Monday morning hearing.
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Keokuk
Walter Shaw
Shaw
United States
Roberts
Fire Destroys Wilson House in Turin Onawa
A fire at Turin Onawa on December 19 burned the Wilson house and an adjacent residence, causing extensive damage to both structures.
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Turin
Onawa
Turrin
Wilson
Absconder Arrested in Chicago Over Court Funds Shortage
Cedar Rapids reports Thomas Mc Farland financial secretary of the Foresters of America arrested in Chicago. He allegedly absconded with 336 dollars of court funds. Shortage traced back to his election last year. An auditing committee sought an explanation before he fled on the first train out of town.
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Cedar Rapids
Thomas McFarland
Court of Foresters of America
Chicago
McFarland
Ames Wins First in Horse Judging at Chicago Exposition
At the International Live Stock Exposition in Chicago on opening day, Iowa Agricultural College Ames led the horse judging competition. Team members were E B Thomas, James L Cutter, J D Ashby, J A McLean, R K Bliss, and C R Scott under Prof. Charles F. Curtiss. The awarding included bronze statues and a $500 prize to Ohio State’s Em gereg Ohio Agricultural College and others in the top placings.
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Ames
Chicago
W. T. Skinner
Union Stock Yards
J. A. Spoor
Alexander, Ward & Conover
Agricultural College
Iowa Agricultural College of
Charles F. Curtiss
E. B. Thomas
J. D Ashby
J. A. McLean
R. K. Bliss
C. R. Scott
Iowa Agricultural College
Iowa
Ontario Agricultural College
Guelph
Canada
Michigan Agricultural College
Texas Agricultural College
College Station
Texas
Ohio Agricultural College
Coumbus
Ohio
Kansas Agricultural College
Manhattan
Kansas
Minnesota Experiment Station
St. Anthony Park
Minnesota
Ohio Agricultural College of Columbus
Fire destroys Brunswick cafe in Webster City
An early morning blaze in Webster City totally destroyed the Brunswick cafe on Des Moines street and damaged the Journal building. The Hamilton county telephone plant was crippled, night operator Myrtle Ban Schoyck fainted after a failed leap from a second story window, and no insurance covered the cafe or telephone company losses. The proprietor Lewis Smith had closed the cafe before the fire.
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Webster City
Brunswick Cafe
Hamilton County Telephone
Journal
Myrtle Ban Schoyck
Wilson Hotel
D. C. Chase
Telephone Company
Des Moines Street
Journal Building
Lewis Smith
Port Arthur Fall Rumors Reach Che Foo Telling Conditions
Commander Mizzeneoff says Port Arthur is desolate with hospitals firing only when needed. He reports 16,000 men in the line, scarce rest, and shells killing patients in a hospital on December 9. Japanese forces near, second Pacific squadron within ten days.
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Tokio
Sevastopol
Port Arthur
Stoessel
Nogi
Chee Foo
Mizzeneoff
Poltava
Associated Press
General Stoessel
Fores
Wirenius
Retzivan
Peabody Election Fight Prompts Court Ruling In Denver
Supreme Court voids votes from three Denver Fifth ward precincts and one Seventh ward precinct due to flagged frauds, while recount decisions leave presidential and congressional votes intact. Republicans gain a solid Denver delegation. Alva Adams trails.
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Denver
Gabcart
Supreme Court
Fifth Ward
Campbell
Steele
Alva Adams
Peabody
Thomas seeks to vacate Dennison order and send case to Iowa
Elmer E. Thomas asks the Nebraska Supreme Court to vacate a recent order in the Tom Dennison case and transfer the defendant to Iowa without the forty day rehearing period. He argues the matter is quasi criminal and that Dennison had a chance to appeal but did not. The motion is set for Tuesday morning. Living for one's land is far greater than dying for it.
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Lincoln, Neb
Elmer E. Thomas
Supreme Court
Tom Dennison
Iowa
Thomas
Dennison
Iowa Agriculture Leaders Re-elected Without Opposition
Des Moines reports W W Morrow and Charlies E Cameron were re elected as president and vice president of the state department of agriculture with no opposition. All directors from even numbered districts were re elected. A O Olson of Winnebago county won the Tenth district directorship replacing J W Wadsworth of Kossth county who did not seek re election. The Iowa supreme court affirmed Judge Clifford P Smith ruling allowing county treasurers to collect commissions on mulct taxes over 600 dollars while excluding the 300 dollars turned over to cities.
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W. J. Chamberlain
Iowa Capitol Commission
State House
Supreme Court
Brennan
Polk County
H. H. Griffiths
Commission
Fee
Des Moines
W. W. Morrow
Charlies E. Cameron
State Department of Agriculture
A. O. Olson
Winnebago County
J. W. Wadsworth
Kossth County
Iowa
Bremer County
Waverly
Clifford P. Smith
Charles Brothers sues Rock Island railway for injuries
Charles Brothers a former postal clerk files an action against the Rock Island railway seeking 15000 dollars claiming a railway wreck caused loss of consciousness and internal and spinal injuries from which he has not recovered.
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Charles Brothers
Rock Island Railway
Iowa State Fair premiums raised across departments
About 2500 dollars was added to the premiums by the directors of the department of agriculture. All departments share the rise, cattle and swine receiving the largest boosts while horse premiums rise under rider recommendations. M. McDonald to supervise horses next year. Cattle premiums increased about 1000 dollars. A new class Polied Derhem was added. Governor Packard remains head of the cattle department for the 1905 fair.
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Iowa
Governor Packard
Titus Sees Wisconsin Rulings Calm Election Amendment
Senator Titus asserts that Wisconsin supreme court rulings in similar cases support the Iowa biennial election amendment and likely safeguard its passage townsmen. The snatches of wisdom touch on storks feeding their young and a quip about scientists rarely getting rich due to vast quantities and distant figures.
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Titus
Iowa
Supreme Court of Wisconsin
Trap Mortgage with Life Insurance Plan Ad
A cautionary home finance notice suggests taking a 20 payment life policy to cover a mortgage. It argues the policy pays off the loan if the borrower dies, while offering a calendar as an incentive. Elmer Dwiggins of Equitable Life of New York is named for details. Des Moines address provided.
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Elmer Dwiggins
Equitable Life of New York
Des Moines
Scribbler in Trouble Over Book Title Choice
A writer faces a dilemma after his publisher approves a proposed title that the author fears does not fit the novel. He considers whether to start a new work or invent a different name.
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Brooklyn
Starching tips tout De fiance Starch for top results
The article claims the best starching results come only from using De fiance Starch and notes that some money yields four or more without cooking.
Rainbow of Love Amid Black Clouds of Hate
A compact reflection contrasts the rainbow of love with dark clouds of hate, envisioning unity and resilience in the face of intolerance. The phrase frames social conflict and hopeful solidarity without naming groups or events.
Grand Trunk Lehigh Valley Route Highlighted
Descriptive ad promoting travel to New York and Philadelphia via the Grand Trunk Lehigh Valley Route. Emphasizes led through trains, magnificent scenery, and convenience with all trains via Niagara Falls. Free literature from Grand Trunk Railway System, 136 Adams St., Chicago.
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Niagara Falls
Advertising Department
Grand Trunk Railway System
Adams St
Chicago, Ill
Geo
Dinner with Missing Dishes Sparks Shared Discontent
A humorous note describes a dinner where none of the familiar foods are enjoyed by the attendees. The piece highlights shared disappointment and lighthearted banter about tastes.
Laxative Bromo Quinine Cure Touts One Day Relief
Advertisement promises a one day cure for a cold using Laxative Bromo Quinine Tablets. It claims refund if ineffective and shows a signature on each box.
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BB. W.rove
The average man dissatisfied with his lot due to diet
A concise remark notes that many people feel unsatisfied with their situation because they do not eat much. It frames appetite as a driver of personal contentment and social perception.
Witty Election Quips and Travel Anecdotes
The piece cites J Adam Bede’s terse remark on the election and Mark Twain's tale of a German hotel incident. A Montana doctor explains a train delay citing scenery as the cause, while Twain recounts a guest mistaking labels on wine from Johannesburg and Moselle prompting amused manager remarks.
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J. Adam Bede
Congress
Montana
Mark Twain
Germany
Johannesburg
Farewell Night Honors by White-haired Attendees in New York
On the closing night of her farewell engagement in New York the late Mrs. Gilbert received a corsage bouquet tradition note from six men with white hair. They asked to be identified in the second row and sent a Canadian salutation. The actress replied kindly and offered playful historical accuracy about being mentioned in their prisons as Our Lady of the Snows.
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New York
Gilbert
Kipling
Snows
Dodd's Kidney Pills Cited For Early Kidney Disease Relief
Florisant Missouri reports show Dodd's Kidney Pills curing early kidney disease symptoms. Mrs Peter Barteau claims three years of back and knee pains ended by the remedy. Local residents recount similar recoveries, praising the medicine as saving years of suffering.
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Florisant
Dodd
Bright
Peter Barteau
Missouri
Ten foot shark chases 30608 herrings into Dublin trawler net
A ten foot shark pursued 30 608 herrings into a Dublin trawler net and was captured in the haul. The incident highlights a rare sea chase reported by fishermen near Dublin Bay.
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Dublin
When You Buy Starch Buy Defiance Best Value
Advertising copy promotes Defiance starch with a 16 oz offer for 10 cents. The message claims the product is the best choice, urging repeat use once tried.
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Bank OF Olin
Tama County
W. Shaw
Seery
Vinton
Francis E. Seery
Mureerer
Michael Moneghan
Walford
Newton
Charles W. Bryen
Prairie City Bank
Bryen
Prairie City
Arthur Finet
Che Foo
Colorado
Conger
Peking
E. H. Conger
China
Mexico
Powell Clayton
Arkansas
W. W. Rockhill
Bureau of the American Republics
Chiccago Record-Herald
Carroll Hee
J. F. Wall
Revenue Department
Auditor
Carroll
Legislative Committees
Washington Star
Philadelphia
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