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Newspaper

Atlantic Weekly Telegraph

Location

Atlantic, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Dec 13, 1899

Page

2

Mrs Sage Tells All In Odess a Double Murder Case

Mrs Lane, wife of murdered man Fred Lane, confesses that Frank L Dinsmore plotted and carried out the killings at Odessa Nebraska The scene unfolds with claims of hypnotic influence over Mrs Dinsmore and Lane, the poisoning of Mrs Dinsmore, and Dinsmore’s attempted manipulation of testimony In Kansas City details, the confession sets the stage for legal action by County Attorney Nye and witnesses at the city hall

Kearney Neb Odessa Lillian Dinsmore Fred Lane Mrs. Dinsmore Dinsmore Lane

Poynter Delays Senatorial Appoint, Returns Tuesday

Governor Poynter left Lincoln for Boone county and said no appointment would be made until his return next Tuesday. Prominent names mentioned include William Y. Allen, a Populist, and Gilbert M. Hitchcock of Omaha, a Democrat. Orlando Tefft urged a special session or an appointment acceptable to the legislature's majority.

Lincoln Neb Poynter Boone County William Y. Alien Gilbert M. Hitchcock Omaha Orlando Tefft Republican State Central Committee

Indictments allege jailers aided Ike P. Jobe escape

In Coltimats on December 9 indictments were returned in federal court against William M. Shockley and his son Harry E. Shockley jailer and deputy at Franklin county jail for complicity in the escape of Captain Ike P. Jobe of the Sixth United States volunteer infantry. They are charged with voluntarily permitting the prisoner to escape.

Jobe CoLtimats United States William M. Shockley Harry E. Shockley Franklin County Ike P. Jobe Sixth United States Volunteer Infantry

Tragedy in Omaha Ends in Self Inflicted Wound

George A. Wall a Minneapolis wholesale cigar dealer shot himself in a heart region last night at a house of ill repute run by Minnie Fairchild. City Physician Spalding says the wound is fatal. Tisa Bertram the woman present was held as a witness by police.

Omaha Bagnie George A. Wall Minneapolis Minnie Fairchild Spalding Tisa Bertram Wal

Horlocker Case Postponed To Spring Term

Hastines Nebraska December 3 The Horlocker Morey poisoning case will not be heard in the December term as attorneys for the defendant and County Attorney McCreary have agreed to postpone the trial until the spring term of the district court.

Hastines Neb McCreary

Mules Sold for South Africa Shipment to Cape Town

A Kansas City commission firm closed a contract to deliver 1000 pack mules to British government agents for Cape Town. The firm has already shipped 1200 Missouri mules from New Orleans to South Africa.

South Africa Kansas City Cape Town New Orleans

Tramps Attack Wisconsin Farmer and Sister

A brutal assault near Golden Lake leaves farmer John Thoson and his sister badly wounded. Miss Thoson is reported in critical condition as a massive posse of 100 men searches for the two alleged assailants under sheriff protection.

Jefferson, Wis John Thoson Golden Lake Miss Thoson

Kentucky Board to Rule on Governor Contest Today

Frankfort Ky December 9 The State Election Board plans to decide whether a protest against Goebel’s governor certificate will proceed. Commissioners Ellis and Pryor are drafting an opinion that could invalidate the election if fraud is found. They indicated Taylor may be entitled to the certificate as findings confirm the Republican ticket's victory.

State Election Board of Kentucky Frankfort Ellis and Pryor Ellis Pryor Judge Pryor Taylor W. 8. Taylor

Loss of the Steamer Niagara on Lake Erie

Port Colborne Ont December 9 It is believed the British steamer Niagara foundered on Lake Erie with all hands lost Estimated crew of 16 Captain McGlory is the only known survivor The Niagara carrying lumber and shingles from Georgian Bay to Buffalo was sighted near Long Point amid a storm Orion and M T Greene reported wreckage including lumber shingles and planks with no visible name Matthews line of Toronto operates the vessel and Mr Matthews says no word has come since it passed Detroit on Monday

Port Colborne Ont Niagara Lake Erie McGlory Georgian Bay Buffalo Long Point Orion M. T. Greene Matthews Line Toronto Matthews Detroit

Federal Judge Grants Habeas Writ for Reese in Mining Case

Judge Thayer in St Louis granted a writ of habeas corpus for John Reese a walking delegate of the United Mine Workers association of Iowa now jailed in Fort Scott Kansas for contempt of court The writ returns December 27 for jurisdiction arguments Bail set at 2000 Reese had gone to Bourbon county during a coal miners strike and held meetings against a court injunction leading to three months imprisonment for contempt.

St. Louis Thayer United States John Reese United Mine Workers’ Association of Iowa Fort Scott Bourbon County Kan Circuit Court Reese United Mine Workers’ Association Kansas

Bryan to Be Tendered a Home in Austin

When W. J. Bryan returns from his duck hunt he will be given a top notch Austin residence for his family’s use as long as they stay in the city. County Judge E. S. Walker, a keen admirer, is the donor.

Bryan Austin Tex W. J. Bryan E. 8. Walker Mr. Bryan

Score In Six Day Race in New York

In the six day bicycle race at 24 m, Miller Waller lead with 2 354.9 points, Maya McEachern 2 354.8, Gimm Pierce 2 354.6, Fischer Chevalier 2 854.5, Stevens Turville 9 354.2, Babcock Stinson 2 854, Schineer Forster 2 325.2, Walthour 1 220.4, Aronson 1 054.1.

New York Miller- Waller Maya-McEachern Gimm-Pierce Fischer- Chevalier Stevens-Turville Babcock-Stinson Schineer-Forster Walthour Aronson

Tragedy on Clark Street Shoots Rival Then Kills Self

Italian man Peter Maguaned shot Ella Robinson in a Clark Street saloon in Chicago today, likely fatally wounding her before turning the gun on himself and inflicting a fatal self gunshot. Jealousy is suspected as the motive.

Clark Street Chicago

Salisbury Cabinet Meeting in London

London December 9 The cabinet met for two hours with Lord Salisbury presiding as he had recovered enough health to take the chair. Officials reported the session covered ongoing policy and administrative matters without notable incidents.

Telegraphic Briefs Highlight Various National Items

No Brazilian vessels will be allowed to land at Texas ports with coffee. Berlin correspondents praise the US open door for China. Galligan lumbermen from Lower Chippewa Falls report a Dawson City streak. Jack Bennett of McKeesport defeats Owen Zeigler in six rounds in Chicago. Dreyfuss leaves Louisville baseball club. Pittsburg paid 25000 for Kentucky picks. Reverend Pond to become Chicago rector as Williams moves to Nebraska. Southern People's Party leaders hold informal Memphis meeting. National Reform Press plans May meeting and early convention. Willis J Abbott to head Democratic press bureau. Amalgamated Meat Cutters convention ends in Chicago. next year aims for seven-hour shifts and higher wages.

Texas Porta Berlin United States China George Fenn Galligan Chippewa Falls Dawson City Jack Bennett McKeesport Owen Zeigler Philadelphia Chicago Dreyfuss Louisville Pittsburg Kentucky B. Pond Norwalk Conn Arthur L. Williams Nebraska People’s Party Memphis National Reform Press Willis J. Abbott Democratic National Committee Amalgamated Meat Cutters and Butchchers’ Association

Near Death in Flames at Hosiery Mill Disaster

A massive hosiery mill fire in Reutaine Pa caused the death of Miss Louisa Clay and injured sixty workers. The blaze trapped many on upper floors prompting a chaotic dash for escapes as ladders ferried some to safety. Three more deaths occurred in a separate explosion at a Pottstown powder works, with several injured.

Heapina Nelds & Horstkamp Sallie Bausher Katie Boyer Annie Bowman Sallie Clay Katie Dapler Ella Kinkle Mamie Kramer Catharine Kelly Mamie Lachman Frances Ludon Emma Lorith Pottstown James S. Miller Sumneytown William Baer Allen Schwene John Schwager Frank Schaefer Raymond Faust Baer Schwager Schwenk Schaefer Faust

Ranch Foreman Found Dead Near Golden Colorado

George H. Sawyer foreman of the Veto ranch was found dead in a pasture southeast of Golden. He was thrown from his wagon when the team ran away on the return trip from Denver. The body lay three days, frozen and surrounded by coyotes. He was about 46 and well known in Washington.

Golden Colo George H., Sawyer Veto Sawyer Denver Washington

Diamondville Mines Open Under Sheriff Guard

Diamondville Wyoming December 8 work resumed at the Diamondville Coal company's mines under guard of the sheriff's posse. Strikers appeared armed but did not interfere. Notices to vacate were served to strikers in company houses and eviction will begin Monday. Expect further trouble then if any.

Diamondville “Wines Diamondville, Wy Diamondville Coal Company

Stuck River Flood Destroys Land Near Tacoma

Stuck River Valley a vast sheet of water as the flood overruns plains in the valley near Tacoma Washington. The river is at record heights for the settlement era, destroying acres of productive land and threatening homes. Several Sumner area families are forced to move to escape the torrent.

Stuck River Tacoma Wash Sumner

Arrest Hotel Thieves in San Francisco Pair Nabbed

William Marvin and his wife, stylishly dressed, were arrested and jailed on charges of robbing several hotels. A satchel of valuable jewelry was found with Marvin. He fought fiercely, nearly overpowering the arresting officer. The couple are said to be well known in the east.

San Francisco William Marvin Marvin

Butte Professor Dies During Religious Dispute

In a heated discussion with J. S. Charlebois the divine healer, Professor Malachy Dwyer of Butte attempted to strike him and collapsed. The coroner's inquest found death from heart failure caused by excitement.

Bourtz Mon Malachy Dwyer Butte J. S. Charlebois Charlebois God Dwyer

Wreckage Sighted on Lake Erie Amid Shipping Loss

The steamer Ramapo reported passing through wreckage in Lake Erie twenty miles below Long Point. A cabin fragment was found but no identifying marks. It is believed a vessel has gone to pieces.

Lake Erie Detroit Rampao Long Point

Adel Man Kills Wife Then Shoots Self in Tragedy

Joseph Hutchens, 65, living a mile and a half east of Adel, Iowa, assaulted his wife with a club and killed her before shooting himself. He died instantly. six grown children survive. The couple had years of marital trouble and Hutchens had long been jealous of his wife.

Apeel Dee Joseph Hutchens Adel Hutchens

Developments In Ingraham Failure In Mount Ayr

Mount Ayr Iowa December news reports the large local merchant A O Ingraham faces a failure with liabilities around 120000 and assets near 80000. Creditors allege fraudulent conveyances including sales of a Shannon City store and properties at Allendale Missouri. Officers guard stock as creditors seek to recover assets and reverse transfers.

Ingraham Mount Ayr A. O. Ingraham Iowa Shannon City Allendale

Trial of Ed Jerome Opens in Frevont Neb

The Ed Jerome trial for shooting U. S. Pope with intent to kill opened in Frevont district court. The entire first day was spent on jury selection. The August Main Street shooting left Pope shot five times. once thought hopeless, he has now nearly recovered.

Ed Jerome Frevont Neb U. S. Pope Main Street Pops

Cashier Spencer to Go to Prison for Bar ber Default

Sioux City December 8 Myron B Spencer former cashier of Bar ber Asphalt company will serve a penitentiary term after the district court refused to grant a new trial.

Spencer Sioux City Myron B. Spencer Barber Asphalt Company

Woman run down by street car in Marion area

Mrs. George L. Stearns of Marion was struck by a street car near Crpar Rapids and taken to St. Luke's hospital with injuries that may prove fatal. The accident occurred on December 8.

Crpar Rapids George L. Stearns Marion St. Luke’s Hospital

Funeral of Judge Woolson in Old Home Cemetery

The mortal remains of Federal Judge J. S. Woolson were laid to rest yesterday afternoon in the cemetery of his old home in this city.

Wooolson Preasant I.a J. 8. Woolson

Pain's Fireworks assignment in Brooklyn noted

A Brooklyn assignment marked Pain's Fireworks company on Thursday. The report lists various business and political items including Champion Copper at Houghton Michigan with 2,500,000 capital, and Indiana attorney general on assessment insurance. Other notes cover dividends, bankruptcies, strikes, and local incidents.

Chicago Joseph K. Emmett New York London Board of Trade Marty McCue Billy Whistler Baltimore Eureka Athletic Club Democratic Legislative Caucus Richmond Thomas Martin United States Martin Governor Tyler James P. Reed Pittsburg Reed Alexandria Ind George Lee Vienna Ills Carterville Minnie Cars John Curtis Pete Thompson Henry Smith el Reno O. T Thompson Smith Rhodes Jim Jones John Bruitt Montgomery Ala J. S. Herron Highth United States Cavalry Sushitna River Yukon Tanana Herron

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Mrs. Sage Agcuses Dinsmore Reading Army of the Frontier Electa Offcera Croak Raptips The Society of the Army of the Frontier David Murphy J. B. Leake E. G. Miller Waterloo J. K. Mason Keokuk J. O. Bonnell Grand Army of the Republic Dr. Williams Mary Rixton Barryville, Sullivan Co N.Y Williams Dr. Willams Dr. Williams Medicine Company Schenectady Foley Vic Emmert & Co. and F.parson & Co Ely Hayfever Abdalbert Cho Orry Mail Ely BR Rothels Warren Street Sayeth Cold 'S IST California Maer AAA Des Moines Colorado Springs Salt Lake Pacific Coast Ft. Worth el Paso Los Angeles John Sebastian, G Chicage U. KR Sunda Atrive Arerve Gris Jill Br Itt Ms Ja Sundas Rocky Mountain Munn Scientific American
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