Expensive Fowls Theft Leads to Fines and Jail
Latest Wire reports arrest for sixteen chicken thefts in Iowa City and Centerville. Each culprit fined 500 with a year in jail. Other items cover marital troubles of Kimball duo, a Los Angeles murder case with a mystery verdict, and a Mason City association meeting delayed to late January.
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Iowa City
Vincent Fut
Gallows
Los Angeles
S.C. Stone
Jack Uaxie
Dyan Fey
Martin
Nina
Mason City
Ferson
Winnipeg
Hugh HH. Shepitd
Bankers Urge Special Iowa Legislature Session
Guthrie banker Brank Moore led a group that pressed Governor to call a special session of the Iowa Legislature to consider the Bowman bank guaranty act. The meeting followed inquiries about the executive response and reflected strong support for bank guaranty measures that previously failed in the legislature.
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Iowa
Brank
Moore
Guthrie
Np Proup
Tiam
Bowman Bank
Oldest Des Moines Surgeon James Taggart Priestley Dies
Dr James Taggart Priestley, age 1155, the oldest practicing surgeon in Des Moines, died at his home today. Known across the state and nation, he had practiced nearly half a century and was revered as the dean of Iowa physicians.
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Des Moines
James Taggart
Riestley
Privsiluy
Towa Physicians
Well Known Omaha Suffragist Dies After Illness
Mrs. Smith, a longtime Omaha suffragist and Republican leader, dies at home after an eight month illness. A lifelong ally of Chapman Catt, she earned the nickname “the flying grandmother” for flying to Washington with the electoral vote for Harding.
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Dee
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Aire
Draper Smith
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Smith
Chapman Catt
Joug
Weather Summary Tonight and Saturday Outlook
Generally fair weather with a slightly colder spell tonight in the north and a fair Saturday. Temperatures dip modestly, light winds, no precipitation expected.
Christmas Window Unveiling and Street Fest Warns of Poultry Scramble
Twenty eight million for Iowa roads and a holiday midway crown the week. Christmas windows open Monday evening with a parade of lights and a street tribute to kids featuring Santa Claus. On December 24 the old Saint distributes poultry from rooftops in a Chestnut street scramble, while a grand barn dance and charity events promise festive fun.
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Pat Oon
Nosigtak
Aden
Paul
Santa Claus
Chestnut Street
Marne Bank Property Sells for a Thousand Dollars
A Marne Bank property sale occurred yesterday with the sale price reported in the thousands. The details are unclear due to OCR issues, but the event confirms a bank property transaction and a notable price indication for the local market.
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Marne Bank
Christmas Pro Gram at Congregational Church Sunday Eve
A pre Christmas program at the Congregational Church Sunday evening features music and readings. Participants include organist Fulton, choir, and soloists such as Wilma Warner and Marie Nelson with Leonard Spooner leading prayers and hymns.
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Presse
Leonard Spooner
Idol
Shepherd Psalm
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Hubert
Pulton
Hester
Yowihuld
Pheyy
Wilma Warner
Marie Nelson
Wothers
Explosion Toll Reaches 53 At Alabama Mine Disaster
Birmingham officials report the death toll from the Overs ton mine explosion at 53. Checkups show 43 whites and 45 negroes dead, with six women and 44 negro bodies recovered. Two white minors and at least one negro victim remain unaccounted.
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Birmingham
Ala
Overston
Alabama Nel and Iron ‘Company
Newhall Savings Bank Fails After Rumors Trigger Run
Newhall Savings Bank with capital of 60000 dollars failed after gossip and a bank run. officials said a new bank will be organized immediately to cover losses from the incident. The Benton county failure marks a rare local collapse, following an assessment on stockholders to address current losses.
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Newhalt
Newhall Savings Bank
Benton Coun
Bark
Arin
Avas
Marne Presbyterian Property Sold at Auction
Auction of the Marne Presbyterian Church property concluded yesterday with bidders from the area. The sale ends church operations at Marne as services by Rev. Ol Stevenson at Walnut cease, and the church will be closed.
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Marne Presbyterian
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Lee
Presbyterian
Marne
Ol Tcephenson
Walnut
Court rules out tax on stock of defunct bank
District court judge Powell ruled against taxing stockholders of the defunct Iowa State Bank. Stockholders, who held stock at the bank’s closure on January 5, faced a 100 percent assessment contending the tax applied to the closing date rather than the liquidation. The decision wipes out the bond-related liability and sets the date of assessment as a few days after the bank failed.
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Powell
Tony
Cass County Agent Honored At National Meeting
L G Sorden Cass county farm agent was honored at the American Farm Bureau Federation meeting in Chicago. He was the only U.S. county agent chosen to speak, presenting The Relation of Music to Community Development, a topic he has studied extensively. The endorsement signals strong local impact and growing interest in his work.
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L. G. Sorden
Cass
American Farm Bureau Federation
Chicago
United States
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Lo ‘Ovary
Toledo coed attacked by club killer seen again
Toledo police report a new assault linked to a suspected serial killer who has killed two women and injured nine others since last May. Louise Washburn, 18, a Toledo University freshman, was attacked at the campus entrance while walking to class and was taken home in a highly hysterical condition.
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Nyu
Dover
Louise” Washburn
Toledo University
University
Schol
Mlse Washburn
Expect Hammill To Approve Iowa Highway Program
Governor Hamill and officials outline a three year highway plan for 1926 to 1928. The program covers grading graveling paving and intersects funding from bonds gas tax and federal aid. Counties would receive road improvements with each county seat receiving at least surfaced routes linking to the capital.
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Vernor Hamill
Peregrim Biel
Peliny
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Prach
Dapital
Wn Linda Aald
Somta
Prima
Ounood
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Bycace Caf
Good Sales Noted In Vicinity From Recent Past
In the vicinity, sales activity is reported as solid with multiple transactions observed in the recent period. Local traders note steady demand and consistent customer turnout across nearby streets and markets.
Dorsey Hunnel Case Delays Jury Verdict and Fine
In Schaller Maine acnibe case four defendants plus Schaller faced conspiracy charges. After seven hours of deliberation the jury hung on verdicts for Hunnel and others. Judge ordered continued deliberations with bail locked, while witnesses and defendants testified about the alleged plots.
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Schaller
Maine
Moines
Neerad Behin
Hall
Frank Hhdes Dickersong
John Olson
Phavid
MS Levey
Bakisnee
Triia Lipkin
Dehy McRier
Promancinty Miller
Rebekahs Hold Big Party and Elect Officers
The Rebekahs held a large event last evening with a focus on election of officers. State President Mrs Neff of Walnut addressed the meet, outlining entertainment and dining room activities and listing the new trustees and secretaries while noting community support and attendance.
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Neff
Noklee Grand
Mies
Deinie Ward
Geal
oMiva Kim Jbull
Miss Cy » Ward
Financial
Secret Uphemia
Tatenst Asurer
N Dettmer
Mra
Albert
Sens
Judgment Against C L Voss Rendered In Sioux City
A district court judgment totaling 196000 was rendered today against C L Voss for forgery tied to a bank incident from years past. Voss, who owns 2000 acres in the county, was consigned to Fort Madigan prison for a time in the same case.
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Sioux City
INS
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Fort Madigan
Voss
Restaurant Case: District Court Session Today
District court hears a restaurant related case with parties unnamed in the readable text. Proceedings focus on alleged violations and potential remedies. The outcome remains pending as the court reviews evidence and arguments presented today.
Ladies' Club Gifts For Christmas Fund Today Shake City
A local ladies' club presented a generous contribution to the Christmas fund today, boosting seasonal relief efforts. The event featured community members and club officers, supporting charitable aims across the city.
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Christ
Annual Report on Treasury Secrets and Global Trade Echoes
Fragmentary text references an annual report from the Treasury and Congress, mentions Mellon and international trade, and hints at world averages and economic conditions. The legible parts are scattered and do not form a complete narrative.
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Mellon
Attempted dash to liberty may cost convict five years
A fragmentary report notes an attempted escape by a convict in Madison. Details are unclear but indicate a potential five year sentence. The wording is garbled with several misprints and distorted names.
Have New Son Adair Birth Notice From Adair Louisiana
A birth notice in the Adair Louisiana area reports the arrival of a baby boy on December 7. The parents Emil Roehhole are named among those celebrating the newborn. Special correspondent notes the child’s safe delivery.
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Adair
S M Emil Roehhole
Marvin Bagene
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Dewell
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Tike Choe
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