Prohibition Referendum Support Stirs Senate Edge Urges National Vote
Senator Edge of New York introduces a joint resolution for a 1928 national prohibition referendum linked to the senatorial election. The plan calls for state held referendums supervised by the postmaster general and secretary of commerce, with funds authorized to administer and reimburse state costs.
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Iowa Items Compiled From March 26 Dispatches
Fire at Maxon’s cafe in Des Moines caused $3000 damage, believed to start from an overheated furnace. West to Mason City Sargent to address chamber May 6. Marathon Mercantile Co incorporated in Des Moines with $15000 capitalization. Graben Motor Co warehouse thefts targeting six cars under police search. Fort Dodge hosts North Central Iowa teachers conference. Roy Rogers fined $300 for liquor nuisance in Iowa City, jail term suspended for good behavior. Dr Paul Packer to speak at Iowa State Teacher’s Association convention. nearly 2000 teachers in attendance. Ames hotel owners buy Sheldon-Mann hotel in Ames with plans to remodel and add a four-story wing. Matthew J Maher charged with lewdness. fugitive from private detective. Ottumwa reports escaped federal prisoners Charles Noble and Harry Montgomery sought by police. main theft suspects. Iowa City mulls creation of municipal court abolishing justice of the peace and mayor’s court. Fort Madison reports Ben Dade charged with intoxicated driving. mayor ill, bond set at $1000. bail not posted.
Doll winners announced for Norwegian and Iowa clubs
Today’s list names Edna Steffenson of Norway Eileen Possehl of Vinton and Marjorie Wyckoff of Vinton as doll prize recipients. The event highlighted local achievement among participants from Norway and Vinton.
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Question Graham on John Duffy Murder
Des Moines Iowa March 2 Harrer Graham was arrested for questioning in the murder of his uncle Jona Duffy of Martensdale Ta. He was questioned by detectives and will likely be arraigned on a first degree murder charge. Graham was taken into custody at Forest City and had been sought by authorities since the shooting of Duffy on March 17. The search was renewed after Duffy’s death last Wednesday.
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Loses Eyes Sues for 15000 but Receives One Dollar
Des Moines reports Charles Good sued O J Martindale for fifteen thousand dollars after an accident left him blinded. A prior trial ended hung jury but the retrial resulted in a one dollar judgment for Good.
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Postponement Sought in Assault Case by Paralytic Former Official
Des Moines March 26 W B Hanes former collector of customs sought postponement of a 33000 assault case filed by Mrs Almyra Newton He has suffered a second paralytic stroke leaving him weakened On first trial the jury disagreed and a second trial was set aside after Mrs Newton was awarded 5000
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Seek Lair to Prevent Court from Issuing Labor Injunctions
Albans March 26 The American Federation of Labor today launched a nationwide drive to end discretionary power of courts in issuing injunctions in industrial disputes. The plan, introduced by assemblyman Heckenberger, aims to have the act introduced in every state legislature.
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Snow and Cold Balk Advent Spring Here But Warmth Promised
Benton County news reports isolated snowflakes and freezing conditions as a cold snap lingers. Forecasters say warmer temperatures are expected later in the week, with an easing of current wintry tones.
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Waves Farm Telegrams March 25 Farmers Urge Relief
In Weshinmes on March 25, the Chester American Farm Bureau fete centers on a furniture committee and a crowd of teens urging agricultural relief legislation. The program highlights efforts by the Beit wormmintes group amid unclear references.
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Steals Child's Pennies. Fort Madison
Ralph Smith, 18, of Mortress, confessed to authorities that he robbed the Seckealer Cafe three times last week and stole about $2 in pennies and food from a child, after disappearing from home for several weeks. The incident occurred in the town area and was reported by county authorities.
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Says He's Iowa's Champion Granpa 113 Descendants
Swenson is touted as Iowa's champion grandpa with 113 direct descendants. He has eleven children, ten living, fifty one grandchildren, and many great grandchildren, positioning him as a notable patriarch in the local community.
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Brookhart's Friends Push Early Action on Contest
Washington March 26 Friends of Senator Smith W Brookhart Republican Iowa will demand consideration of his election contest in the senate at the earliest possible moment An effort will be made to bring up the Caraway majority report favoring seating of his Democratic opponent Daniel F Steck and the Stephens minority report favoring Brookhart Insist on Early Action The move aims to force decision so Brookhart may enter Republican primaries against Senator Cummins if ousted Final filing date April 27 Caraway majority report prepared and to be submitted to the senate later Stephens minority report not concluded yet
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Organize Women to Defeat Lassen Plan
George Harger, Benton township leader, announces northeastern Benton county women will organize to oppose the Lassen road program. With Moore and Harger leading, they vow to fight to keep a 10 mile Urbana south to Shellsburg link if not included.
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Miller and Brach Seek Reelection as Supervisors
John Miller and Mortis Brach announce candidacies for supervisor to succeed themselves. Miller, county chairman, runs Democratic ticket. Brach, Republican. Both are farmers, reside in Nevwhail and Blairs Town, respectively, and are praised as conscientious, trustworthy leaders with a record on the board supporting fitness.
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New Rule Speeds Iowas Air Mail Departures
Des Moines March 26 a new ruling allows air mail planes to take off immediately after loading speeding eastbound departures by up to two hours. Postmaster E J Frisk announced the change noting westbound flights are unaffected as they rarely meet the old schedule. CHURNS ON 100TH BIRTHDAY. Freeport NL March 26 Catherine Heneen marked her 100th birthday by making butter with a churn. She has resided in the same house since 1854.
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Princess Marut Finds Fulfillment as Fifth Avenue Sales Lady
New York reports Princess Marut, formerly Helene Stallo, enjoying her job as a dress shop saleslady on Fifth Avenue. She inherited a Cincinnati fortune from her grandfather, Alexander McDonald, highlighting a high society transition amid early hours and rising challenges.
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Coal mining in Iowa declines sharply in 1925
Des Moines reports a sharp fall in Iowa coal production for 1925. L. E. Stamm of the state mine inspectors notes 13,095 workers mined 2,833,632 tons, down from 22,553 workers yielding 3,544,550 tons in 1924, with about 15 million tons consumed and 10,009,006 imported from outside the state. District figures are listed.
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1300 Black Hawk County Homes Free of Debt
Black Hawk county reports 4130 homes debt free with value totaling 19.95 million dollars and 210.95 thousand in insurance. Debted properties total 2992 with value 12.94 million and debt of 6.03 million. Renters number 5056 paying 131.42 thousand dollars monthly. distribution shows 15 pay over 75, 395 up to 10, 2609 from 11 to 25, 1855 from 26 to 50 and 173 from 51 to 75.
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Eleven Women Seek Legislative Seats in Springfield
Eleven women compete for seats in the lower house at the April 13 primary in Springfield Tl. Veterans say if nominated and elected they will win a special place on the floor of the house.
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Fire damages residence in Chelsea on oil stove blast
A Thursday morning blaze damaged the Frank Wolfe house in Chelsea. Fire officials cite an oil stove explosion as the likely cause with about 350 in damages. Mr Wolfe believes he left the stove burning before retiring.
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Centenary Notices and World Figures Highlight Today
Birth centenary of Maryland jurist Richard Henry Alvey and Venezuelan boundary commissioner noted. New Zealand premier William Massey turns 70. Two hundredth anniversary of dramatist Sir John Vanbrugh observed. Fresno hosts conference to shape an agricultural program for California Nevada Arizona. The Grand National Steeplechase, premier event, runs today at Liverpool.
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Poisoning of Dogs Triggers Fight and Fine
Joseph Prochaska of Harrison township accused neighbor Frank Havlic of poisoning his dogs. Havlic denied the charge and was accused in turn. An argument escalated until Havlic swung at Prochaska, who reported the incident. Havlic pleaded guilty to assault and battery in Judge Burnham's court and was fined ten dollars plus costs.
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Fair Heads Announced for 1926 Committees and Directors
A board meeting led by vice president Robert Baldridge set the 1926 department heads and committees. Names include Roy Cameron, Chas. Harper, L. B. Johnson, D. L. Cox, Robert Thompson, Henry Miller, Mrs. L. C. Gardemann, D. L. Bryan, S. H. Catlin, Albert Neveu, Mrs. Ray Wisman, Mrs. John Mussman, Mrs. Chas. Will, and Mrs. A. R. Leffler. Directors present were Baldridge, Harper, Kinsel, Wm. Johnson, Adam Happel, and Roy Cameron. A Tuesday meeting will address attraction representatives.
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May Hire Boy Scout Executive for Five Iowa Communities
A plan to employ a Boy Scout executive for five neighboring counties will be discussed at a meeting in Oelwein tomorrow led by Fred Davie of Omaha. Arthur F. Jarr of Waterloo, regional scout, will attend with other scout masters. Waterloo would be headquarters for the new executive who would travel to allied groups to aid scoutcraft training.
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Children Seek Guardian for Father Luethje’s Estate
In Toledo on March 26 the children of Chas Luethje, a Garwin resident and Garwin State Bank stockholder and director, filed for a guardian of their father's property after a January stroke left him unable to manage business interests.
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Impeachment Debate Cited in Unclear Report
A fragmentary report to the committee cites Representative Hickey of Indiana and Bowing of Alabama with three English acts deemed distasteful. The text asserts that impeachment could be asked based on evidence and testimony or facts.
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Acceptance of Keliz Resignation Held Up Until Proxy Returns
Iowa EWA Storm Leake reports the athletic director resignation at Evens Yish College awaits college board action. President Jones from Patied Spite Reliy faces pressure as conference championship teams are cited, while offers from larger schools prompt the resignation.
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