19 Sep 1907
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Newspaper
Dakota City County Herald
Location
Dakota City, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Sep 19, 1907
Page
1
In New York court, Kellogg exposes the wealth of Standard Oil subsidiaries for 1903 to 1906. Facts show Standard Oil Indiana earned over 1 000 percent annually in 1906 and New York and New Jersey entities reported large profits and rising receivables, reflecting massive earnings and complex intercompany dealings.
In Chicago’s criminal court a dramatic murder trial unfolds. Frank J. Constantine stands accused in the death of Mrs. Arthur Gentry after being found at the scene and later captured in New York. The defense contends suicide following a quarrel with her husband, aided by a telephone exchange and a stenographer’s forthcoming testimony.
Grand Rapids man John Kilmovics was arrested after claiming a Chicago woman was his wife. The real Mrs Kilmovics, identified by Kilmovics’ mother in law Mrs Mary Sematis, went to Chicago to confront the dispute. She fears him and seeks a divorce.
Albert Deaver of Newcastte Indiana imitated the ravings of Mr Hyde after a theater production. His impersonation worsened until he could not return to normal, slipping into Mr Hyde’s dominion. He is taken to the insane hospital.
The German balloon Pomeru captained by Herr Edbelof won the long distance prize. The craft landed at Havenne in France, 62 miles from Brumeets, after the international balloon race.
At the Associated Press annual meeting in New York on Wednesday members unanimously approved the officers handling of the telegraphers strike. The resolution endorses the course taken by AP leadership amid labor action.
Two Russians entered the Montreux bank shot the cashier and seized the cash box before fleeing. A pursuing crowd overwhelmed the robbers and they were captured, ending the incident.
Former president of the American Bankers Association, H W Trowbridge, died at his Hackensack New Jersey home on Wednesday. The widow and bank community mourn his long career in finance and public service.
Wednesday quotations show Mittener Heels at 5400.625 and Top hogs at 80.00, reflecting local livestock trading activity in Sioux City.
New York reports six hundred thirty children wand and three hundred eighty seven pupils enrolled in the city school system an increase exceeding twenty thousand from the previous year indicating rapid growth in urban education.
A Japanese aleamer sold to Tatu Maru reportedly burned three mites from Ching Kiang China along the flethy bank of the Wangie Kiang. It fele ported 100 ves were bont.
Urban H Boughton testified in Boston supreme court that Henry W H Rogers is in very weak physical condition with distorted face and impaired speech. He said Rogers signed only three checks and a power of attorney since July 22 and advised others to take up business where he left it as he was about done. Judge Hammond denied a motion to bring Rogers into court for testimony.
Ferdinand Finney Earle cannot marry Sulla Kuttner after his wife Mrs Earle refuses divorce. She may oppose a divorce, leaving Earle unable to sever the marriage and forcing separation from Miss Kuttner. Mrs Earle doubts his resolve and considers reconciliation while worrying for their son.
Rear Admiral John J. Walker U S Navy retired died suddenly Sunday night at a friend's home in Mishawtust Mish Pasture York Cliffs Me He was 72 years old and a native of New Hampshire
Frederick McNally, of Chicago, former three year president of Hand, McNally & Co., died Monday after a three week illness caused by nervous prostration from overwork.
Comptroller Mitchell rules that all retired private soldiers receive up to $15 754 monthly under the act of March 2 2007 regardless of retirement date. The decision applies to those retired before or after the act and specifies the payment amount.
Cassie M Chadwick the noted financier and fraud figure suffered a nervous collapse on Monday leaving her blind while serving a term in an Ohio penitentiary for defrauding bankers and capitalists.
After thirteen years of life sentence for burglary served at San Quentin, Willum Evies will be released as authorities have received positive evidence.
The United States Navy Department contracted with a Welsh firm to supply 106000 tons of boat steam coal for delivery through 1905. The deal specifies fuel for naval vessels and reinforces wartime logistics and supply lines.
Four bargemen on the Allegheny River near Pittsburgh jumped into the water when their barge began to sink and drowned. The accident occurred Monday as the men attempted to reach shore, leaving families and crews in shock.
The Dorehall crew aboard the US cruiser Colorado struggled in Honolulu on Monday, losing to nine members of the Chinese Athletic Club with a score of T to 6.
Frank Kellogg led a federal case in New York exposing Standard Oil of New Jersey profits. Over seven years 1899 to 1906 the company earned about 490 million dollars, paid 308 million in dividends, and grew assets dramatically while keeping public statements scarce. Kellogg presented that the firm controlled over seventy refining and transportation subsidiaries by stock ownership.
Agostino Giuseppe Grosso, a Vercelli chemist now in New York, says he found a method to turn organic matter into stone. While in Peru fourteen years ago he experimented with preservatives on eggs and beef after lacking refrigeration, injecting chemicals until shells hardened like rock. He later demonstrated the process successfully before doctors in Vercelli.
Rumors in Tokyo say Count Inouye may resign as Japanese ambassador to Germany. Viscount Aoki, ambassador in Washington, is named as a possible successor. The foreign office has not issued an official statement. Baron Kaneko, current Tokyo ambassador to the United States, could be considered if the government can spare him.
In a Sunday game at Montreal Quebec, Henri Piller was struck in the chest by a pitched ball after it passed through a fielder’s hands, dying almost instantly. The accident occurred during a bass et game, with the ball causing the fatal injury.
After a recent conference President Gomperk of the American Federation of Labor plans to present an appeal for aid for striking telegraph operators. He seeks financial help to sustain the workers during their dispute with management.
John Mclaughlin longtime prison keeper of Blackwell's Island dies at St Vincent's Hospital New York following an operation. He served thirty seven years in charge and his loss is reported by city officials.
Milwaukee pianist and composer Browning died Tuesday at age 27 after an operation for appendicitis. He gained fame for composing the coronation ode to King Haakon and was well known in musical circles.
Employers in the Fanta Pe system granted a voluntary 2 cent per hour wage increase for Stpparen and all apprentices in every shop, retroactive to September 1. The action reflects industry efforts to raise pay without external mandate.
A Nebraska University honor was awarded posthumously to Dr. Jamies Carroll of Worthington for his role in early yellow fever research. Carroll, who died from yellow fever after volunteering to be bitten by an infected mosquito in Cuba, supported Major Waller Reed’s U S Army experiments in the late 1890s, aiding the campaign against the disease.
Sheriff E A Dwyer was summoned to McLean after a saloon heist. proprietor William Feddern reported the back door pried open and about $50 missing from the till. No stragglers or suspicious persons were seen in town, leading many to suspect local involvement.
The state railroad commission formal order commends Wilmar and Sioux Falls Railway to provide care at stations for grain shipments direct to Omaha Gate City. The action follows Omaha Grain Exchange complaint alleging discrimination by Great Northern as owner of the Wilmar Sioux Falls branch in grain shipments to Omaha.
The state railway commission announced new passenger train rates for cream and milk in Nebraska. Minimum charge for ten gallons of cream within twenty miles is one half venta. Maximum rate for shipments between sixty and one hundred miles is sixty eight cents per can. The changes do not alter long-haul rates and reduce short-haul charges.
At Elwood a Burlington railroad accident claimed the life of 22 year old brakeman Charles Reynolds who rode the engine pilot and was dragged about thirty yards before the crew freed him. He died from his severe injuries at the scene.
A Southeast storm produced heavy wind and rain in Pierce and surroundings. Trees were heavily damaged and a lightning bolt near the Garvey residence stunned a youth nearby, as residents assess property damage and injuries.
Richiey Taylor was arrested in Omaha at the instigation of the American Telegraph and Telephone Company. He faces embezzlement charges for totaling $1.40. Taylor originally came from the east and had worked in Lincoln for a period.
Dr Jones of Murdock informed the state board of health that many beri beri cases existed among residents including Japanese, prompting the Wisconsin board of health to order a thorough investigation.
Mrs CLA Powell of S19 Court Trent Beatrice was severely burned in a gas stove explosion at her home. Her face hands were badly burned and windows were blown out with the kitchen left in disarray by the blast.
A man identified as T. Dorset, accused of obtaining a Denver run ticket and $200 from a ticket agent by fraudulent means, was arrested in Evanston. The case involves the Unie depot at Penn and a fraudulent letter or item cited in the charges.
Sheriff Rees of Lincoln arrests Edward Clark and Poel Montcomn near Firth after a suspected Penny Train robbery at the Great Northern drain in Dedford Mont. The men deny being train robbers.
A bank president, identified as a director from St Paul, died after shooting himself through the heart. As details emerge, investigators focus on the bank’s leadership and possible motives in the incident at the London city scene.
Henry Mahler released from Cumlig county jail after his mother posted 9600 bond for his appearance in November. He stayed three days and violated promises, drank heavily, threatened family, and attempted to arm himself after an alcohol fueled spree. Sheriff intervened at Doomer and took Mahler to West Point where his wife swore out a peace complaint. He was placed under 1000 bonds and imprisoned again following the incidents.
John Riehonison pleaded guilty in Justice court to swindling Fremont ministers out of cars by posing as a church helper. Identified as the main operator behind similar schemes in Lincoln and Omaha, he targeted ministers by exploiting church creeds and neighborhood trust. He faced a thirty day county jail sentence and was described as a smooth talker who pretended family membership to secure advance payments.
Officer Brown fired four shots at Henry Moran and three others suspected in an alleged holdup at Thirteenth and Douglas. None hit. Moran was captured. Investigation shows it was a beating over an old grudge, not a holdup, drawing a large crowd and much excitement.
The health board has decided that none of the secretaries should praise. A reply from Dr Sward of Oak lands indicates one secretary has returned to the Great Northern road and told the corporation any future work by him will be during two months.
Word has arrived that Hon. Jr. Jones died in a Seattle hospital after traveling from Waterville Washington for an operation related to a gathering his head. He was a well known former representative of Hure county in the Nebraska legislature.
Senator Burkett who recently left for Washington vows to fight the Alaska Yukon exposition appropriation. He blasts Immen town exposition as a failure and pledges to oppose such projects in the future.
The Bow Valley Schutzen Verein, formed eleven years ago, held its annual two days celebration at St. James. A very large crowd attended the final day as the society continued its tradition of a two day festivity each year.
Podwell, longtime Norfolk school superintendent and former Douglas county official, is named to a state examining authority. He replaces the previous holder, F. J. Slighitian, as the new member of the board.
Proable chicken season opens Sunday September 16 under tame laws. A party north of Central City bagged fifteen birds marking the start of the season.
The Brews County Potato Growers hold a meeting to elect officers and board members. A. J. Linebe is named president, Park Stillman secretary, Hugh Pooth treasurer, with J. Formianu and TT J. Flostinge joining the board.
The Democratic executive committee postpones the banquet to September 24 to prevent overlap with the state convention in Lincoln. Officials cite scheduling conflict as the reason for rescheduling.
A simulated Mukden siege battle unfolds at Fort Riley with 5,000 troops, American artillery, and 80 foot redoubt to test shell performance and infantry defense using Duunite charges and 80,000 votes of government reservation as the frame of the drill.
The article warns that a horrific plague in Tunin has raged for eleven years, killing 451,802 in six weeks ending May 11, at a rate over 80,000 weekly. It claims no previous pestilence matches these numbers, compares it to the Great Plague and Black Death, and notes the death toll already exceeds historic estimates with an uncertain, possibly grim, future.
Pittsburg coal operators led by The Pittsburg Coal Company and others refuse to fill a 500000 ton Italian government order for Teale. They cite high domestic demand, miner shortages, and severe car shortages that prevent shipping, predicting higher coal prices this winter.
Banks in Chicago funnel millions of dollars to western regions to support crop shipments. Mayor Becker of Milwapukee hints at running for governor. A national transfer of funds, a contested Republican stance, and a violent incident in Mehkensport are noted alongside canal cost figures and a fatal home shooting in Columbus involving Frank Miller and Sherman Long.
Election returns indicate Oklahoma and Indian Territory approved the proposed new state's constitution and prohibition clause. Democratic nominee N. Foskell of Muskogee appears to win the governorship over Republican Frank Frantz, as the joint statehood plan moves forward with prohibition in effect for the new state.
Chicago voters rejected the new charter by more than two to one with 50 591 for and 121 470 against. Turnout was 50 percent as wards across the city voted down the measure amid tax and Sunday law fears and ward gerrymander concerns. Leaders move to craft a new instrument with its favorable features intact.
In a New York hearing on the U S government suit to dissolve Standard Oil sensational disclosures show seven year profits totaling 40 315 054 or about 70 million over four years. In 1900 profits were near 80 million, later disputed by the company's books.
A powder explosion during target practice near Kure sinks the Japanese battleship Kashima killing 27 crew members and injuring many. The blast occurred as an unexploded shell was being removed. the hull remains intact and investigation continues.
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