Snow covers northern Iowa counties after light fall
Heavy early snow blanketed northern Linn and Delaware counties while a light inch fell yesterday afternoon. Deputy treasurer John Selleck of Monongomocs waived to the grand jury on embezzlement charges, with former treasurer A W Patrick serving a similar sentence. Fremont county population dropped 77 since 1920, now 14,770. Harry Wilkinson, lineman for Western Iowa Power, died from burns after contacting a 600 volt line. An inquest was not held into Mrs. C C Rhineham's accidental shotgun death. Juries were discharged in a Clinton weapons case. A Davenport garage fire destroyed Plagmann Transportation's property, with $41,000 loss. Mrs. Stalin Engelman sues over alleged slander by Mrs. Weishaar for remarks about her reputation. University Hospital position filled by Dr I McElroy, moving from New York. Two pheasant hunting injuries reported near Mason City. one boy died, another injured. Edward L Walsh, presumed dead in Seattle, reappears in Sioux City. Tribute drives consider glare-reduction efforts for headlights. campaign begins November. Bankers F A and D P Wenstrand found guilty of fraud in Creston federal court. released on bond pending new trial.
Holland Indicted as War Actions Move Forward
Reported indictment for Holland follows a broader framework of wartime tensions between Greece and Bulgaria. Leaders order withdrawal of border troops as councils decide on strategic moves amid ongoing disputes and international pressure. The article cites formal charges and state actions shaping regional security.
Witness Flees After Warrant Issued Here
Grand juries may subpoena and judges may issue bench warrants but wit cares. W. G. Spencer of Spencer's Grove in Benton county Iowa eludes arrest after being served a grand jury subpoena. Deputy Sheriff Yeakle and Sheriff’s deputy Stufflebeam pursue. Spencer disappears, leaving court to adjourn until next term.
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Benton County
Iowa
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Urbana
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Vinton
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Polk Township
Benton veteran fined by jurist in county court
A Benton County hearing saw Lou L Brandon plead guilty to operating a motor vehicle while intoxicated. Judge Willer fined Brandon 208 dollars and warned the defendant about payment and appearance before the January term. Likens, with attorney JOW present, faced related counts and promised to pay the fine promptly.
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Public Dairy Sales and Gift Auction Schedule
Public notices list dairy cow sale by Dave Wilson on Saturday October 24. Monday October 26 features Wm Balhorn. Saturday October 31 includes W W Bain. Monday November (? ) Clifton Moon Tor. November 28 Poland China hogs and gifts by Leroy Lassen at Garrison.
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Poland
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Weather Outlook for Mostiz Area Tonight and Saturday
Cloudy skies expected with possible rain or snow in past and southern parts tonight. Colder temperatures forecast for extreme southwest tonight. Weekend includes cloudy conditions with light precipitation chances and cooler air.
Seven Maquoketa Officials Face Ouster Action
Ouster proceedings began in Maquoketa Iowa after seven city officials including Mayor F M Swife and City Clerk G O Morse were named in a petition filed in district court. The petition alleges wilful misconduct and maladministration and cites repeated advisories from the state auditor despite examinations and warnings. It lists five residents supporting the action and notes repeated city-law violations per the auditor’s findings.
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Iowa News
Des
Shakeup for Dry Agents Ousted in Northwest Prohibition
Twenty six federal prohibition agents in the Northwest were ousted in the broad shakeup announced by W. OF Rhinow, the northwest administrator. The move aims to restore enforcement efficiency and follows his demand for resignations from all district agents. Maurice L. Silverman, acting divisional enforcement chief, was among those resigning. Also noted: a police court fined J. B. Winchester, 73, for seeding.
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Minneapolis
Minn
Northwest
W. OF. Rhinen
Uv A. Om
General Rhinow
Great Western Train Wrecked Near Waterloo
Great Western passenger train No. 3 eastbound derailed six miles southwest of Waterloo. Engineer Jim Liddell of Des Moines was pinned in his cab and died of a crushed hand. No passengers were injured as six coaches plus engine tender and baggage car overturned. rails spread and track torn up. A relief train moved passengers to Waterloo.
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Great Western
Here
Jim Liddell
Des Moines
Indictment Rumors Surface Amid Fraud Charges
A tumult over alleged fraud charges surrounds a sitting official as an indictment looms. Milner, attorney for Holisnd, says if an indictment is brought, a venue change will be demanded to protect the client from public opinion and publicity.
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Deity Times
R. S& Milner
Will Narber Injured In Fall From Horse
Will Narber a young farmer living four miles south on the paved highway was thrown from his horse while riding toward a neighbor. He struck his head on the paving and remained unconscious at times, with witnesses mentioning the horse may have stumbled before the fall.
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Narber
Niighbour's
Natcher
Fireman Swoops Child From Path of Engine
Burlington rail officials planned to commend Fireman R F Sutton for saving Cecil Keyser, a two year old, near Beaver City Nebraska. As the train roared down the track the child stood on the right of way ahead of the engine. Sutton swung from the engine pilot and grabbed the child. She slipped but was knocked between the rails and the train passed over her, leaving only bruises and scratches.
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Omaha
Burlington
R. FE
Sutton
Lfe
Cecil Keyser
Beaver City
Neb
Rail Heads Prepare to Fight Dry Law Indictments
Chicago October 23 The government plans to indict five railroads for unlawful transportation of beer in one of the era’s greatest battles over federal prohibition laws. High ranking railroad executives, eastern brewery leaders, and Chicago politicians are to be presented to a federal grand jury in Chicago Monday as the government seeks conspiracy charges.
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Chicago
Middle West
London Get 23 Chris States 54 Killed Whese Patieg
London police report 54 persons killed in a patieg incident as Chris states 23 witnesses describe the chaotic scene. No further details available from the fragmented source.
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London
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