Forest fires under control reports say
Reports from McGrath Minn Sept 7 say fires near Omnan Hillman and Johnsdale are under control after backfiring operations by National Guardsmen and local volunteers Planes cover a five mile front near Oryde as two hundred fifty firefighters work to hold the line A wind threat endangers twenty families near White Pine and a settlement buried yesterday is referenced with officials stating progress toward containment
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Mefirath
Minns
McGrath
Minn
Omnan
Hillman
Johnsdale
National Guardsmen
Eit Jane
Oryde
Heel Plates Identify Boy Buried in Potter's Field
The death notice reports a 44 year old boy missing for seven years, later identified by heel plates. Mrs. Minnie Silverman presides over the funeral arrangements as the community notes a troubling disappearance and subsequent burial in a potter's field.
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Potter's Field
Jaco Nliverman
Mra
Min Nie Rilseram
Mieopeansnee
Sant
Umpovaranes
Silverman
Confiscate Stocks of Cigarettes in Shenandoah War
Reports describe a crackdown in Shenandoah during the cigarrette war era as deputies seized large quantities of cigarettes from William Manos and Tomforton after a court ruled the mayor and city council could refuse licenses. The goods were stored at city hall under Judge Frederick Fischer as proprietors face charges for selling unlawfully. Complaints against other stores lacked evidence for searches.
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Shenandoah
GB. Warner
Hay Cleveland
Ilveritt
William Manos
Tomtferton
Fredrick Fischer
Supeerior Court
Moire Port Sets Record At One Hour In Rome
Pilgrims visiting the Vatican faced threats as attacks sparked by clashes between the Young Athodies and Nationalists. Police halted demonstrations and processions, while a speedboat race effort in Rome claimed the world record for speed over a course around Lake George, with chaotic scenes and conflicting times reported.
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Wis
Vatican
Young ‘Athodies’ Association
Fightale
Detroit
Wood
Tor
America
Coligeam
Lake George
Venior Square
Weather outlook for Chicago delays and showers
Chicago weather forecast reports cloudy conditions tonight and Thursday with possible showers in the west and central portions. Winds from the northeast bring slightly warmer temperatures in the northeast portion over the 24 hour period.
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Chicago
Losing Suitor Kills Twice Wed Girl 19
A young woman, Towee Cross, was killed by a rejected suitor, Edward Conrad, who had pursued her for months. He confronted her at her home, demanded a choice between him and her husband, and she chose Cross. Conrad surrendered hours later after the shooting, and a suit against her second husband was pending.
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Svelby
Ora Fuller
Eward Conrad
Towee Cross
Wife ties herself to keep husband from leaving
A Dallas woman claiming to be the wife of a prominent Dallas physician appeared at police headquarters seeking protection. She said her husband, jealous and erratic, would tie one wrist and an ankle to hers nightly to prevent her from leaving, and that a man had previously bound her to ensure she remained nearby. The incident highlights alleged coercive behavior and calls for police intervention.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dallas
Tex
Yer Lew
Landis settles trades dispute in Chicago area
Judge Tat lays down reduction and new working rules affecting trades in the Chicago area. The decision could influence millions of dollars worth of construction work and contracts moving forward.
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Mere Ie Ymarades
Chicago Area
Tatit
Man Fatally Shoots Friend Then Turns Gun on Self
A man fatally shot his friend Bert Schank on an open road near Mutak'rts, then shot himself after the argument. They had been riding in a machine and walked about twenty feet before the shots. No motive has been established.
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Céda Frayms
Ian Enor
Bert Schank
Schank
Coyple
Local Weather Observations Report by Dr H A Stanley
The following are local observations taken by Dr H A Stanley over the past 24 hours ending at 7 a m Highest and lowest temperatures recorded for Thursday through Tuesday are listed with decimal readings The report notes temperature at 1 p m today with data for September days in sequence including values like 0 8868 and 0 7959 indicating atmospheric readings and variations across days
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H. “A. Stanley
Nc Wed
Miss Harwood Made Dean of Women
Hazel Harwood former advisor to women at Town State College has been named dean of women by the state board of education. Her office served more than 600 women students last year and is expected to handle a larger number this year.
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Ames
Seb. Ross
Hazel Harwood
Town State College
State Board of Education
Miss Harwood
Sousa Thrown From Horse Severely Injured
Phillip Sousa famed bandmaster was thrown from a horse yesterday and severely injured. He is being cared for at his hotel where his wife accompanies him.
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Phillip Sousa
Mr. Sousa
Married in 47 States, Single in 48th She is Suing Husband
Ruth Jarmer Martin sues James W. Martin claiming breach of promise after a second marriage in another state. She seeks $100,000 and alleges the husband engaged in a second ceremony while the divorce was pending. The case outlines charges of annulment and arouses due process questions.
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N. E. A. Service
Chicago
Ruth Jarmer Martin
James
W. Martin
Martin
Procine
Nutting
Davenport Fires Suspected Incendiary Blazes Hit Davenport
Davenport reports two fires of incendiary origin in one night causing 4000 to 10000 dollars in damages. One blaze damaged revenue property on the riverfront and a nearby warehouse near the Whar Grave road. The fires started in a similar manner within a half hour of each other. A separate note: First National Bank of Humboldt, Minnesota was robbed yesterday by masked bandits of 1100 dollars from tills and 1500 in other valuables. The crime was not reported to authorities until hours later.
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Davenport
Davenpurt
Mame
Onal Hank
Hunnel Minn
Albion Man Elected To Iowa Uni Faculty
Bart Beckwith of Albion was elected to the faculty of the University of Iowa College of Dentistry. He will relocate to Iowa City to assume his new duties after graduation from his alma mater in 1939.
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Albion Man
Iowa Uni
Towa City
Bart Beckwith
Albion
University of Towa College of Dentistry
College of Dentistry
New York Moves to Tackle Unemployment
New York faces 500000 unemployed as the industrial aid bureau meets to discuss dormitories in the National Guard armory, free kitchens, and other remedies. In Washington, plans for a national unemployment conference dominate talks as President Harding aims to act before winter with Hoover urging a swift assembly by mid to late September.
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New York
Industrial Aid Bureau
National Guard
Washington
Harding Sd
Secretary of Commerce
Hoover
University housing outlook in Iowa City improves
Iowa City reports more housing for students this year with new women’s dormitory and additional fraternities. Despite university projecting 6 000 enrollments, officials say room supply remains adequate, aided by new houses and summer arrivals. Dean of women and dean of men confirm plenty of rooms for both male and female students.
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Towa City
Towa
Uoivercity
Clty Realtore
Ely
Adelahe
Fishing Smack Funeral for Jundan Sept 5
Fitzewald was buried after a funeral aboard a fishing smack. The body was loaded on the vessel, taken offshore, and committed to the deep following the service.
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Jundan
Peurons Fitzewald
Aes
Henderson Wins His Cow Case Verdict and Costs
The jury in the Meuiorsan on Sullivan court awarded $25.60 to the plaintiff in a cow case. Costs were assessed to the defendant, with payment specified. Proceedings noted that defendant sought to compel payment of the sum, while the case referenced prior actions and representation details from A. Johnston and others. The court adjourned to the next session with jurors and parties remaining in county matters.
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Meuiorsan
Sullivan
Parmners
Onarton
Anna
Sechead
Lahoy van Ysiade
No Need of Another Port at Vancouver
A federal report states the Willamette River mouth to Vancouver is sufficient for port depth and width to Portland, with or without local cooperation. Army engineers favor improving the Portland channel and see no need for a nearby facility. Vancouver residents wish to place mantres on a rarity with Portland by funding channel work locally. The report also notes other projects including the Kentucky river south fork and Bayou La Fourche.
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Willamette
Portland
Army
United States
Vancouver
Kentucky River
Bayou la Fourche
Redwood City
Calbarbor
Methodist Minister Indicted for Murder in Oranges City
Rev Alwin Stephenson, a Methodist minister, is indicted for murder in the first degree over the August 11 death of Father James E Coyle. He appeared after the coroner's inquiry described a fatal confrontation at Father Coyle's home following a dispute tied to Stephenson's daughter’s wedding.
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Wirmingham, Aia
Mee
Alwin Mephenson
James E Coyle
Crealt Cay
Stephenson
Father Coyle
Two Boys Die By Own Action Rather Than Go to School
Meadow, 15 years old, committed suicide this morning rather than go to school. Gray, 14, son of Bre Pau vie Orne Ole, reportedly shot himself after fearing attendance. Local authorities confirm the deaths as self inflicted, with school fears cited.
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Meadows
South Dakota
Ake Oman Gray
Bre Pau Vie Orne Ole
Bly Sit Tha Ie Hough
Army Orders Resume Recruiting Heightens War Effort
A New York dispatch reports renewed recruiting orders as U S armed forces push toward full manpower. The message notes vast wartime cargoes and economic strain, citing millions in value and shipments from Germany, France, Turkey, Egypt, and Latin America. Local firms and industries are urged to support the mobilization.
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New York
Sap
Germany
France
Turkey
Egypt
Tor Ieading Fowcela
Airplane Feeds Sheep Marooned By Floods
Amid floods, a plane drops feed to stranded sheep as rivers rise and towns struggle. The disaster worsens across the west, with searches, scarce supplies, and crews fighting to keep livestock alive despite rising waters.
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Sauiare
Ube West Amteat
Pershing and Giomples Clash at Ingle
Fragmented OCR text reports a clash between Pershing and Giomples at Ingle with scattered references to labor, sympathy, and wartime attitudes. The garbled lines mention General Pershing, wartime policy, and exemptions, but no clear dates or outcomes emerge. The readable content hints at discussions of labor and support but lacks concrete events or results.
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Washington
Per Wink
Abun Wun
Pershing
Alors Ile Mar
Health Fair in Twenty One Towns
The Red Cross Day program includes health fair activities in twenty one towns. Marie appears on the program for the Red Cross Day preceding the annual convention of the Iowa Nurses Association.
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Ps Divisiog
Ares
Lowa Hate Nutees Association
Wood Name Own Island Rides Seeks Philippine Approval
A garbled OCR passage discusses Maj. Gen Jao tard Wood and subordinates in the Philippine context with a probable approval from Secretary Weeks. It mentions Governor Gercia and US officials, but readable details are limited and uncertain.
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Wood
Wannington
Jaotard Wood
Uni Preuk
Seca. U. A
Raids Dance Killings End With Escape In Gallup
A chaotic raid near Gallup New Mexico results in two deaths and a shooter fleeing with a girl. The assailant, a former detainee, opened fire during a dance and disappeared into the night with the kidnapped woman after the violence. Local authorities pursue leads.
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Gallup
Deaviet Eared
Permons
Dea
Defies Five Holdup Men slain by excited cop
Graffo refused orders during a holdup when Patrolman Albert Prette ordered him to surrender. After he fired once, the officer shot him through the breast, ending the confrontation within seconds.
One Vehicular Accident Ends With Car Still Running
A car left a road near Adam Street and Broad Street, striking a curb and tipping onto its side. The driver escaped unhurt, though the Ford suffered minor damage to the top and rear, with all wheels still on the ground and the vehicle able to drive away. The incident, blamed on high speed at an intersection, involved Mr. Heflin and Mr. Cheetham, who witnessed the events from nearby.
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Adana
Fia
Hove
Adam and Broad Street
Cheetham
Cheethaay
Giver
Maort
White
Hillimetf
Cheeta
Ube
Ted Excel
Heffiinhaat
Leon
Pertone
Hell
Mehl
Broad Street
Hay Fever Victims Cheer Up First Frost Reported
A weather note reports the first frost of the season occurred at night, with hopeful reference to hay fever victims. No additional details on location or time are provided.
Memorial Service Held for ZR-2 Victims
London observes a somber memorial for the ZR crew killed when a large dirigible crashed. King George is represented by Lib Fremarch Red Ateer at the ceremony. The service notes the tragedy amid wartime tension and public grief.
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London
Lib Fremarch Red Ateer
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Rome
Landis
Marte Abu
Aenderson
FORD
Giomples
Ingle
Hetlin
Tom
Caruso
Joseph Mac
Alda
Royal Opera
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