Five Iowans Die as Train Strikes Car in Illinois
Peoria officials report five people from Iowa were killed when a T P and Q passenger train hit their automobile near Tathorpe Illinois, about 25 miles south of Burlington. The car occupants were instantly killed and two were torn by the wheels as the train, fifteen minutes late, sped through the crossing. Bodies were transported to Peoria for identification as officials prepared for a 3 p.m. inquest.
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Illinois
Burlington
Iowa
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LaHarpe
Tinota
Powers of the Cheka Curtailed Amid Russian Reform
Reval Aug 17 reports that the Cheka gains were trimmed as Soviet authorities move to curb arrests without warrants and death sentences. Tolsthevik papers echo the shift citing abolition debates, with Dzerzhinski opposing and a reform plan to limit Cheka powers to espionage and revolts. A Supreme tribunal will oversee, including a Cheka representative, while military tribunals are scaled back except where martial law applies.
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Kethonia
Cheka
Moscow
Tolshevik
Russia
At. Keylenko
Revolutionary Tribunal
Meltic
Dzerzhinski
Chek
Supreme Tribunal
Hightet
Court of Appeals
Supevision
Weather Outlook Chicago and Washington Predictions
Chicago forecast calls for partly cloudy conditions with unsettled skies tonight and Sunday and little temperature change. Washington DC expects generally fair conditions with normal temperatures for the week starting Monday across the territory including Iowa.
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Chicago
Washington, DC
Towa
Baseball Standings and Results From National League
National League standings and daily results listed for teams including New York, Brooklyn, Philadelphia, Chicago, St Louis, Boston, Detroit, Cleveland, Washington. Matchups feature St Louis at Boston, Chicago at Brooklyn, Philadelphia at Detroit and others with scores such as New York 10 over Philadelphia 4 and Detroit 6 over Cleveland.
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St.Louis
Chicago
Cleveland
Washington
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Detroit
Philasephia Poston
Demonstration on High Prices Sparks Violent Clash
Berlin reports a mass protest against rising costs with about 491000 participants. A man was killed and another wounded amid clashes as authorities struggled to contain the demonstrations.
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Berlin
Mus
Twitay
Wets Prepare for New Campaign in Prohibition Debate
Washington reports intensifying efforts to repeal the prohibitory liquor ban with factions forming in Congress after a key filibuster. Supporters press for broader constitutional enforcement changes while opponents warn against government overreach and curtailment of personal liberties as Congress reconvenes.
Swindling Ring Named in Chicago Arraignments
Charles W. Fronett and alleged associates face arraignment on charges of a major piracy swindle. The group is accused of using mail fraud and conspiracy to defraud, with a $5,000,000 alleged loss. Court appearance planned before U S commissioner.
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Chicago
Charles W. Fronett
United States
Swindling Trust
Manufacturer Under Arrest in Canton Case
Wealthy Canton and Cleveland manufacturer Zebillon W Davie was arrested by a U S marshal on mail fraud charges linking to operations of Charles Preach and others. He waived arraignment and was released on a $25 000 bond awaiting further proceedings in Chicago.
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Canton
D. Aus
Zebillon
W . Davie
Cleveland
United States
Charles Preach
Abe
Veterans of 88th division attend Des Moines reunion
About 5000 veterans of the 88th division gathered in Des Moines for a reunion on August 27 for the second mass meeting in two years. The afternoon session was to include addresses by prominent division members and officers.
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Des Moines
Fires of incendiary origin damage buildings in Long Branch
Two school buildings a railway station an auto plant and two residences in Long Branch were heavily damaged by separate fires on Aug 27. Evidence found at each site indicates incendiary origin.
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Long Branch
Ap Auton
Hickman brothers found guilty in Deputy Patton murder
A jury in Page County returned a verdict of murder against Arthur and Ben Hickman for Deputy Sheriff Patton’s death during a pursuit after a dice game in Waterloo. They face life terms in Port Maddtown penitentiary after the retried deliberations and judge’s instructions.
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Aywe Hen
Arar Hickman
Sherk
Bert Patom
Page County
Port Madtown
Caine
Volork
Culfhon
White
Bowan
Bandits steal about $120,000 in Hollywood home raid
In Los Angeles on January 27, bandits entered the Hollywood residence of M. I. Mosler and drove away with valuables said to total about $120,000 including bonds notes and jewelry valued at $400 pounds? authorities reported the stash.
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Los Angeles
Calif
Mosler
Hollywood
Spain Suspends Recruiting in United States
Washington Aug 27 The Spanish embassy announced that recruiting in the United States by Spanish officials for Moroccan service has been suspended on orders from Madrid The government said the move follows a large number of European volunteers joining the Spanish Foreign Legion for service in Morocco and will halt all further entitlements in the United States
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Waghington
United States
Resumption of Peace Time Trading Talks
Honin reports Aug 22 that Amurian and German firms will resume trade relations immediately without waiting for the dissolution of the treaty signed previously. It is anticipated that cooperation will be negotiated within a short period, aiming to restore economic ties and mutual commerce.
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Honin
Prva
Uriet Peruin
Swindler Planned Great Corporation
A typewritten note outlines a mock Great Corporation scheme by Charles Wy French and John W Worthington claiming a 500000000 dollar global company. Plans include a London parent, branches in Victoria BC and Ontario, with steel, banking, and railway interests to extract money nationwide. Moran warns financiers in Britain and America against the French scheme.
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Chicago
Charles Wy French
John W. Worthington
Liege
United States
Canada
England
London
Victoria
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Tailway
J. Morgan
Moran
Rugland
America
Thousands at the State Fair draw crowds in Des Moines
Des Moines sees thousands visiting the State Fair with a heavy security presence after protests against German sympathizers and radicals. The article urges firm antiwar sentiment and political vigilance, urging removal of any Washington representative failing to align with this stance.
Two Flyers Die As Airship Falls In Crash
Reported incident details a fatal airship crash that killed two aviators. The collapsed craft occurred near an unnamed airfield with authorities beginning investigations. Eyewitnesses describe a sudden fall and burning wreckage, with emergency crews securing the scene.
Ireland Ceases Not to Be Permitted Public Note
Dublin leaders debate cessation terms as Prime Minister Lloyd George signals readiness to reopen negotiations. Report notes mixed public reaction and the potential for further talks on Irish matters after yesterday’s government statement.
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Ireland
Inwland Yraterday
Newenwoor
Liovd Geoirge
Dullin
Dubivean
Yuracaott
George
Milwaukee Flood Grips City Amid Power Outages
A flood swept through Milwaukee causing widespread outages and factory suspensions. The flood disrupted transport and halted operations across several districts, with emergency crews working to restore power and clear affected areas.
Chicago Markets Report Mixed U S Live Stock Prices
Opening market shows cattle demand uneven as steers fetch varied prices while hogs and pigs trade lower and dairy quotes edge up. Chicago produce and pork products move with supply concerns. St Joseph and Des Moines markets show steady to firm trends in select sections.
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Chicago
Associated Press
U. S. Bureau of Markets
Hicago
Kyttar Tuchangat
Allye-banner Powis
Suriogs
Lainson Bros & Co
St. Joseph
Ruley. Regs 250 Hans 18 Springs 8c
Regs detail prices for regional goods and services with terse figures. Mentions beets hides and cream, including per unit values. Indicates market notes for local commerce and trade terms in a compact 19th century style card.
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Ruley
Roosters
Marchers Turn Back 10 Homes in West Virginia
Reported actions show marchers turning back ten homes in Mingo County as a clash with local authorities escalates. General Danbal leads Cramp Charlbston to the line of march amid war department concern. A large group prepares to move and police in Logan and Go Loman counties brace for potential confrontations.
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W. Virginia
Charlie
Charine F. Kenney
United Mine Workers
Lewler
Mingo County
Charleston
Danbald
Morea Banos
War Department
Jagan
Haitield
Logan County
Reject Rail Board Decision on Wages Chionke Aug 27
The United States Jaber board rejected the railway workers wage terms last week as part of the national agreement. A conference of veterans warned the group to await official action before a referendum on the matter. The letter urged workers to prepare for potential conflict while awaiting further guidance from officials.
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Chionke
United States
Jaber
America
Ini
Nian
Debating Lectures on Hearing and Learning
A technical committee in Paris studies how written and oral lectures influence learning. Experts note varied brain reception through hearing and sight and seek methods to exploit these senses for better education.
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Liguton
Paris
Moeval Mwien
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