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Newspaper

Des Moines Leader

Location

Des Moines, Iowa, United States of America

Date

May 10, 1900

Page

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Court in Te Weetstan Beye dy Bays Ruling on Embellishment Trial

The supreme court session opened with a mixed panel of judges and attorneys from Indianola Rock Rapids Iowa City and Merton Tay. The court heard on revocation of a previous conviction for embezzlement and touched on technical precedents. A separate case involved a murder charge where the defense argued lack of proof of the child’s parentage. The Boone town hearing reports indicate a police response to a surge of cases and calls for quicker justice and quarantines amid tensions.

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Investor praise shifts as stock talk promises big gains

A rushed market missive from a New York stock promoter extols soaring stock sales and urges investors to buy before May 12 claiming a rapid rise in value. The note promises high returns, hints at a “freeze gate” rumor, and urges avoiding set prices while advocating aggressive stake increases.

Joel New York Bessea Yau Aca Avery Romnot

Local Health Alarm Over Outbreak and Law Debate

Fragmented report shows health officer warnings, court actions, and stockholder meetings amid an urban outbreak. Officials scramble to apply laws, while firms outline capitalization and leadership as investigations proceed and stock trades continue.

Weather and crop notes from Ne Townev weekly summary

The week was near normal with scattered weather effects across the northern and central regions. Reports show sporadic precipitation and warm to hot days influencing grain growth and field conditions. Local stations logged shallow water, variable temps, and mixed impact on crops including corn and wheat. attention to frost risk remains minimal.

FSO Esal Scesring Lemperziace Cherriex Mallad Tara City LA Vadios

Fragmentary Omaha to Sioux Falls political banquet notes

A jumbled report outlines a May gathering in Omaha with delegates and remarks by several figures including Governor W. A. Poynter and Jon O. Forsey. The piece mentions Bryan era fusion politics, silver debate, and party tensions affecting a conference committee and potential policy shifts.

Beran Ab Qumaisa Omaha Neb Ranquek Peter Couper Waruher Sioux Mryan Palma Wits Binier E Thomas Jon O. Forsey Tien W. A. Poynter Neueszka Patterson Denver Nemalors Davis Ecuke Tawats Danandrac New York Misner Reyar John W. Sredhatha Kansnnapake Cianleen Bryan Canaan

Divorce sought by Walter Baker in Des Moines case

A divorce action titled Walter Baker versus Mrs Anna E C Baker was filed in Des Moines. The proceedings detail allegations of marital breakdown, with testimony indicating Baker’s health improving and disputes over alimony and the marriage’s status. court actions progress toward a possible separation with terms reportedly under mutual agreement.

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Union county political convention and county business notes

A chaotic report covers the Grand Lodge session and county convention actions. Delegates elect officers and review tax, budget, and service matters while a street parade precedes a political gathering in the county town.

Eloquent Medical Claims Show Bold Cure Promises

Fragmented OCR shows a medical advertisement claiming a cure for diabetes and kidney disorders. It lists physicians and a factory producer, with pricing and availability through druggists and stores in multiple locations, suggesting a broad nationwide sales pitch.

Castoria for Infants and Children Ad

Fragmented OCR yields unclear text about Castoria for infants and children and mentions a river poem and a meet. Key named entities are missing or garbled, leaving no clear event, date, or place to anchor a concise summary. The readable fragments suggest a medical product notice and stray lines from a poem or event note without coherent context.

Severe Storm Described in Iowa Damages Widespread

Eyewitness accounts recount a severe Iowa storm with fierce lightning and fire. Property losses include hay, crops, and several residences. authorities note a major blaze, toppled trees, and disruption across communities.

Kansan City Tornado Devastates Towns Killing Two

A devastating tornado swept through Logan township and surrounding areas near Ellinwood Kansas. Widespread damage reported with homes destroyed, several fatalities, and many injured. Downed wires and extensive debris hindered rescue efforts as authorities assessed casualties and stock losses. Local residents and officials described a broad, multi‑direction path of destruction with reports of a tunnel-shaped cloud noted nearby.

Kansas Sexyrel Serapn Wadstorms Bondar Kansan City Moay Kaswys Zendsy Fale Korenle Tiree Species Ellinvwond Kaz Bungay Vornado Logan Township IL Gurmes Elisiwond George Williaim Helfrich George Melklets Wit William Hettrich Hye Wits Child Cox Sebel Great Bend

Wreck of the Ray Ay Train Kills One Near St Chadha Va

A washed out trestle on the Missouri Kansas and Texas line south of St Chadha Va causes the wreck of the Ray Ay passenger train. John Oats of Areman dies. Ty Dteimer fireman perishes. The crash follows a washout that buckled the trestle, with victims listed and the scene under investigation.

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Damage and flood aftermath hit a city and port area

A torn and garbled report describes heavy rain and high winds causing widespread damage across a city and surrounding districts. It mentions fires, flooded streets, and damaged structures with references to markets, boats, and rescue efforts, though many names and places are unreadable in the faded text.

Americans defend island stronghold amid siege in Samar

In a brutal three day fight on the island of Samar, American forces withstood rebel fire as reinforcements from Taamem arrived. The church burned, civilians died, and the besieged survivors faced starvation while fighters endured heavy casualties before relief halted a potential surrender.

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General Otis Transfer Echoes From Manila to War Office

Washington May 6 The War Department announces Major General Otis is relieved of command in the Philippines and General MacArthur is assigned to the division. The transfer follows a high regard for Otis and notes his long service and leadership.

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Political figure Albert shot amid convention hall unrest

Albert, editor at the Don Clarodales in Atburi, was fatally shot by an unknown assailant while near the western area last night. He led coverage on international orders and election centers. A political figure linked to the Den Clarodates, and a convention hall fire in Apiit, prompted committees to advance site preparations and security ahead of the July gathering.

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Unclear OCR Item From Acoma Coal Company Records

Fragmentary OCR text references VRE B04 of Acoma Balt Lake and Pes Vavlay Coal Company. Mentions a report to the company treasurer and a meeting disturbance. Several garbled names and numbers render specifics uncertain.

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Fragmented OCR Memory Of A Tragic Death And Trial

A garbled OCR passage describes a series of contorted events including a dead body found in a water urn, a mystifying man named Jay Gallup, and a foreman involved with an American minister. It recounts family losses, a brutal death, and a trial atmosphere with references to a narrative of melancholia and a courtly investigation.

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War fears mount as Philippines struggle deepens

The dispatch notes U S Army urgency while Aguinaldo's bands evade pursuit in the islands. General Cus faces criticism for misreading enemy moves as inland allies threaten crops and commerce.

Tenagxan Free to Ladies poem note

A fragmentary OCR text appears with scattered letters and garbled phrases about a poem or notice. It mentions potential names and a rough, unclear context that is not fully legible. The readable parts do not form a complete event or clear entities to anchor a full summary.

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