Latest By Wire Fatal Blast and Trials Mix in Far Flung News
A chaotic wire service roundup recounts a deadly blast in San Pedro California with vague references to a tanker and a weighed body. It covers adjourned Stewart trial in Wellington, a Chicago taxi chief fined for contempt, Hoppe murder case setup in Toledo, Coolidge at Kansas City, a coffee company purchase, a drowning in Minnesota, a life sentence for a Michigan mother, a university student killed in Iowa, and other scattered items from the era.
Iowa Weather Tonight Forecast Mixed Clouds East West
A concise Iowa weather note indicates fair skies in the eastern portion and mostly cloudy conditions in the western half tonight and into Sunday with little change expected.
Murder verdict in Dewey Soe murder case
Dewey White, described as a Port Snellisis deserter, was found guilty of murder in the second degree after a trial held this afternoon. The jury began deliberations earlier and brought in the verdict as the court convened, with the state arguing for a confessed slayer of Martha Smith and the defense noting the defendant’s plea.
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Local Man Elected to 10 Member Executive of United Travelers
A local man was elected to the ten member executive body of United Travelers at the state convention. Other officers named include Cart Mc Hanks De Mailleg Junior counselor Moyte C Jr Jenkins from Council Bluffs and H W Power Davenport secretary A O H Griffel Burlington and more. The next convention will be held at Creaton on dates to be selected by the election committee.
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Buen
Eleetert Arad
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Cloghnypetussiga
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de Mailleg
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Council Bluffs
Italian Aviators Set New Endurance Record
Italian aviators Verravin and Prato establish a new endurance record by flying from Rome and landing after six hours aloft. Telegraph dispute cited. details from Rome report.
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Meradith in frail condition at Des Moines hospital
June 2 report from Des Moines states Meredith, longtime private secretary and former president of a Meredith company, nears death after blood pressure and related complications. He has been ill since early this year, hospitalized in Baltimore, with no visitors allowed, and his condition worsens as friends plead for his recovery. The article notes his past political ties and a possible role as a potential successor to a Democratic governor in some contested context.
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Late local aviator provisions for settling estate
Fragmented text reports a late aviator leaving a will or probate instrument, possible execution issues, and informal arrangements. It notes a Texas location, witnesses, and a plan for administering estate assets including bonds and compensation, with unclear details on probate acceptance.
Agrarian Candidate Plan Drives Farm Relief Push
A Des Moines farm coalition urges a strictly agrarian candidate for president and a 100 delegate bloc to Kansas City. They threaten a third party if demands are ignored, and vow to organize a June 10 convention in Kansas City to align farm groups with a bold policy platform.
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Change in Rock Island time card takes effect midnight
Local officials announce a time card change for No.7 westbound flyer. The Atlanta route departure moves from 9 10 P M to 9 31 P M tonight while the rest of the schedule remains unchanged.
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Rock’ Island
Atlantine
Manning
Early Ball Scores Highlight National League Action
In a muddled recap several NL games are noted with mixed results for Philadelphia St Louis Brooklyn and New York. Philadelphia leads St Louis 9 to 7 in the 7th, Brooklyn and New York tied 4 to 4 in the 8th, Boston 9 to 8 in the 4th, Philadelphia 4 Chicago 4 late in the ratings.
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G O P Leaders Plan March on Kansas City Meet
Chicago reports GOP leaders plan a march on the Kansas City convention site to push a farm equality plank. A subcommittee will draft the policy for submission to the national convention with Indiana Senator James E. Watson among those named.
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Svever
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U.S
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Indiana
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Republican
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MacKentley
Minnesota
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Bakery
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Wits
Ohio
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Minnnesota
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Kimball Urges Finishing Policy Plans in State
The remarks urge completing carried policies and gaining public support. The lieutenant governor vows to push reforms in the coming session, stressing the need for a sound administration and decisive action to serve the people during the interim and beyond.
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Dune
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Three Iowans Sentenced for Perjury in Mason City
In June 24, 84, three Mason City men and a fourth from the same area confessed to false swearing to aid another crime. The group faced suspended sentences with potential ten-year terms if probation was violated. Sheriff Johns and County Attorney Blue led the case after a joint investigation.
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Duntte Garfield
Secretary Davis Says Education Must Train the Heart
June 2 report from Maines notes Secretary of Labor James J. Davis urged that education should enrich character as well as intellect. He warned against moral degeneration and quoted two infamous youths as cautionary examples. Davis planned to fly to Marshalltown for final sessions of the Loyal order convention. Administratrix Margaret Chambers appointed for the estate of the late Lucinda J. Meehson, a longtime Atlantic resident.
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J. Davis
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Ihucinda J. Meeehon
Atlantic
Harold Baker 22 Local Mechanic Dies of Erysipelas
Harold Baker 22 a local mechanic died from erysipelas. He was son of Mr and Mrs M S Baker of 07 West E. He attended Atlantic schools and worked for Linke company. Funeral Monday at Atlantic Congregational Church with burial in Atlantic cemetery under Rev Ralph By Nuveo.
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Chang retreats as civil war nears end in China
Dispatches from Tokio and Peking report Marshal Chang ordering orderly withdrawal to Manchuria after reinforcing Linuiho near Peking. Foreign powers in Peking assure protection and safety for foreigners amid potential bombardment and looting concerns.
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Inauguration of Dr James B Coons at Mount Pivhaant Iowa
The article notes the planned inaugural of Dr James B Coons as president of Tow Wesleyan College at Mount Pivhaant Iowa on June 2. It mentions Dr Coons assumed duties last January but had not yet been insured in office.
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Warrant Issued Against Andrew In Iowa Campaign Probe
A superintendent’s warrant in Des Moines charges Andrew with soliciting campaign funds from a banking firm in violation of state law. The complaint alleges misuse of office and seeks his immediate suspension to pursue a broader inquiry into campaign finance and governance. The case surfaced amid political tensions surrounding Governor Hammill’s 5. Demands for suspension follow. The letter from Ed Hochreiter to Governor Polls was cited in court filings.
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