Des Moines Merchant Nabbed After Desertion Scandal
W. M. Carley, a Des Moines millinery merchant, was arrested in New York before a Broadway department store on a夜 day with Miss Gussie Solomon, amid a bitter marriage breakdown. The Gerry Society and district attorney's office led the inquiry. Carley, once praised as Des Moines’ top hat dealer, had moved with Miss Solomon after a 1908 Des Moines divorce, leaving Mrs Carley with custody concerns and two children in foster care.
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Dex Bolnen
Guerry Aociety
Gotham
W. M. Carley
Des Moines
Broadway
New York
Bernard J. Hood
Carley
Charities Department
The
Gerry Society
District Attorney’s Office
Hig Ayife
Gussie Solomon
Miss Solomon
Gatley
Chicago
Ino
DIES OF BROKEN HEART Mason City Woman O Connor
Evelyn O Connor of Mason City died in Chicago after weeks with relatives following the drowning death of her husband H J O Connor in St Louis six weeks earlier. The death was attributed to a broken heart and profound melancholy.
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Mason City
Evelyn O'Conner
Chicago
H. J. O'Conner
St. Louis
Indicted for Assault in Des Moines Grand Jury
A grand jury in Des Moines returned an indictment against Carl Clemens, a Snohomish lumberman, for assault with intent to commit manslaughter on Clarence Dash of Stuart. The alleged attack occurred in the State house about a year ago amid a disputed past between Dash and Clemens. Governor Cummins previously refused the indictment to prevent Clemens from leaving the state, citing a bond requirement to face trial in justice court.
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Des Moines
Carl Clemens
Snohomish
Wash
Clarence Dash
Stuart
State House
Dash
Clemens
Justice Court
Des Moines Man Missing in Chicago Under Suspected Foul Play
R Hough an 80 year old stockman from Des Moines disappeared after leaving home July 16 with over $1000. He traveled to Chicago on business, wrote several letters to relatives, and has not been heard from since July 28. Detectives were alerted and a citywide description was circulated.
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Des Moines
R. Hough
Hough
Chicago
Court Shuts Mayor's Saloon in Dubuque Enjoinment
Court orders the TH. A. Sehunk Liquor Company, run by the mayor’s wife, to halt operations on primary election day. Joseph Needham filed the case, opposing Mayor Behunk in the last city race. A separate Iowa real estate deal nets James Blaine 31 acres for 18000, linked to territorial governor estates. Two local missing persons cases and two suicides reported in Waterloo and Avantic areas.
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Dubuque
TH. A. Sehunk Liquor Company
J. A Sehunk
Joseph Needham
Behunk
Wig Real Estate
James Blaine
Cedar Rapids
Iowa City
Phoebe Tucag
Jate
Iowa
Kirkwood
Lucas
Desperado Shoots Prohibition Propriator At Borden Springs
Will Chandler surrendered to Cleburne County officers after killing Wm. Smith, proprietor of a noted blind tiger, at Borden Springs. An altercation led to Smith forcing Chandler to his knees before firing, while bystanders watched as Dave Chandler struck Smith with a stone, then Will Chandler shot Smith dead. Witnesses include hotel visitors and local bystanders.
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Wm. Smith
Will Chandler
Borden Springs
Chandler
Cleburne County
Heflin
Smith
Cheaperado
Hardihood
Dave Chandler
Vietnn
Springs Hotel
Three Score and Ten Club Meets in Mason City
The fourth annual meeting of the Three Score and Ten Club in Mason City drew 30 attendees with ages ranging from under 70 to over 80 and 21 over seventy. The club, first formed as the Four Score Club three years ago with 18 charter members, has seen seven die. the age limit was lowered to 70 this year. David Haimstreet was named president and S. M. Richardson secretary, with a dinner prepared by an octogenarian.
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Three Score and
Mason City
Heron Palmeter
M. Richardson
David Haimstreet
Goa Special Session Likely for Assembly Vacancy Vote
GOP lawmakers face questions on backing an extra session to amend the primary law and submit the Allison senatorial vacancy to voters at the general election. A majority reportedly supports the plan, with Gov. Cumming expected to decide soon on calling a special session.
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Goa
Assembly
Alilaon
Allison
Gov. Cumming
Drowned Man in Teatty Lake Near Shellsburg
Edward Murray, about 23, drowned while sein fishing with a party in Teatty's Lake six miles east of Shellsburg. He swam to aid his brother, sank mid lake, body recovered after about forty minutes, efforts to resuscitate failed. He resided with his parents.
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Heatty
Edward Murray
Teatty
Shellsburg
Murray
Lighting Plant Proposal Eyed For Iowa City
Iowa City talks a proposed electric light plant to sell power at current rates for 25 years. If city declines, land and equipment would be given free. Frank Benjamin of Galesburg Ill backs the plan after buying Coralville dam water rights and securing backing from Chicago capital.
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Iowa City
Frank Benjamin
Galesburg
Ill
Coralville
Chisaga Capital
Varina Postmaster Appointed After Resignation
Jacob Breppfley is appointed postmaster at Varina replacing F. E. Pratt who resigned. A 4-year-old son of William Bradford of Burlington drowned while wading in the river. A series of gospel meetings opened in Perry in a large tent with 1000 seats. Alfred Muelin aged 3 died at Lytton from poisoning after eating salmon from an opened tin. Two otter children fell ill from the same cause but are expected to recover. West Waterloo board of education authorized preparation of high school rooms for a domestic science department.
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Jacob Breppfley
Varina
F. E. Pratt
William Bradfield
Burlington
Perry
Alfred Muelin
Lytton
Board of Education of
West Waterloo
Hakill
Sherman Nominated for Vice Presidency by Republicans
James Schoolcraft Sherman accepted the Republican nomination for Vice President in Utica New York. He spoke from a flag covered stand outside his home with party leaders from across the country in attendance. The issue highlighted whether to approve Roosevelt’s administration, with Burrows stating Taft principles.
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Utica
James Schoolcraft Sherman
Republican Party
Sherman Heads Roosevelt Rally in Utica
A nonpartisan crowd greeted William Howard Taft supporter James Sherman at a Roosevelt campaign event in Utica. Speakers included Secretary Root and Hamilton College President M. W. Stryker, with Julius C. Burrows chairing the nominating committee. Sherman aligned with Roosevelt policies and urged continued popular rule, amid a bright, cool day drawing visitors from across the state. Distinct arrivals included National Chairman Frank H. Hitchcock and State Chairman Woodward, boosting the outdoor program.
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Chicago
Tyne
Julius C. Burrows
Michigan
Root
M. W. Stryker
Hamilton College
Sherman
Thomas Wheeler
Utlen
Charles S. Symonds
Taft
Roosevelt
Bryan
Mr. Sherman
India
Syracuse
Utica
Frank H. Hitchcock
Thuothy L. Woodmuaif
Preliminary revenue figures show shifts in alcohol and tobacco taxes
The commissioner reports 55,402,286,118 cigarettes smoked last year, spirits revenue fell to $131,700,242 while beer production rose by 201,000 barrels to 68,747,080, and tobacco revenue totaled $49,860,000 with a near $2,000,000 decline.
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Commissioner of Internal Revenue
Aoma
Metropolitan Life Tower Adverts Worth Vast Clippings
The Metropolitan Life Insurance Company plans a tower over the Madison Square building in New York, aiming to be the world’s tallest. Clipping expert Frank A. Burrelle notes 8,746 newspaper clippings reference the project, totaling about 1,469,328 agate inches, which at advertising rates would cost roughly $440,708.
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Metropolitan Life Insurance Company
Madison Baquare
New York
Frank A. Burrelle
Theas
Martaran Sarance antaryante household note
A fragment discusses a cheap method to keep house plants disease free using soot in water as a weak fungicidal solution. It also describes garment care by laying out fabric, using blotters, and pressing with a hot flatiron to remove candle grease, with a note to replace blotters if needed.
How to Prepare Fat From Suet and Celery Leaves
A Delineator note explains fat from suet: cut, soak, boil slowly, strain, and press for clear fat. It also outlines drying celery leaves, grinding to a powder for seasoning soups and sauts, using a radiator to dry, then sifting through a colander for fine powder.
Bath Rugs From Discarded Clothes Craft Idea
Create a bathroom rug by cutting discarded clothes into two inch strips and six inch pieces, knotting around a base with red worsted, finishing at the center. Also notes on keeping wool and cotton flannels soft: wash quickly, stretch while wet, shape during drying, and avoid freezing.
Handy contrivance and old fashioned recipes delight readers
The article shares a kitchen tip for stabilizing an oil bottle with a carved grooved cap and a bowl of egg yolk with cayenne to mix as oil drips, plus several traditional recipes. Angels' Food Cake uses eleven egg whites and cream of tartar, Shaker Cherry Pudding with cherries and flour batter, a batter for a biscuit like cake, and Swedish Meat Balls shaped with onion and butter gravy.
Ig estimates 115 million speak the English language
The article notes a figure of 115 million people speaking English as identified by Ig. It presents the data as a linguistic estimate and places it within a broader discussion on language use and demographic reach.
Prohibition Candidate Chafin Receives Nomination Keynote
Nomey Chanin of Nomination Third Presidential Candidate Sounds Keynote for Prohibitionials. Eugene W Chafin is formally notified as Prohibition Party presidential nominee at a Chicago Music Hall gathering. Officials from various states attended and praised the party's prospects with high tide rhetoric. Chafin plans a formal acceptance letter outlining platform issues and contrasts with opponents.
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Eugene W. Chafu
United States
Music Hall
Hino Arte
Chicago
Charles Scanlon
Columbus
Fitzaburg
Samuel Dickle
Albion
Mich
Clinton
Howard
Rochester
A. A Stevens
Tyrone
A. G. Wolfenberger
Lincoln
Neb
Felix ‘T. Me Whirter
Indianapolis
Tincoln
Bryan
Cincinnati
Tift
Washington
Chafin
Evans, famed Rear Admiral Evans dies at 62 after long naval career
The United States Navy officer Rear Admiral Robley D. Evans died at age 62 after nearly fifty years of service. A Lake Mohonk celebration honored his birthday as admirers flooded the hotel with telegrams and a reception. Dr. Draper presented a loving Cup. President Roosevelt sent a letter of high regard.
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Robley D. Evans
United States Navy
Lake Mohonk
Admiral Evans
Andrew
Draper
State of New York
Senal
Roosevelt
Protos Wins New York to Paris by Rail Time Allowance
The German Protos finished the 11,000 mile New York to Paris race in 130 days. The American Thomas car reached Paris two days after the Tender, but the American car was declared the winner due to time allowances for transporting the rival car by rail.
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Auto Protos
Paris
Chicago Business Review Notes Upturn in Credits and Production
Dun's Review of Trade reports steady improvement in commercial credits with lowers in uninsured levels this year. Rain aids crop prospects while demand grows in manufacturing and building sectors. Widespread gains in steel, machinery, and forest products, with rising employment and payrolls. money at 3.4 to 4.4 percent.
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Chicago
Merchandse
Atec
Trade and industry outlook from Bradstreet report
NEW YORK reports improved trade sentiment with buyers in large numbers across markets though caution remains. Industrial reports are favorable with slow gradual improvement. iron and steel and lumber prices trend higher, mills reportedly adjusting outputs. Business failures in the week ending Aug 12 total 249 in the United States and 81 in Canada, up from prior weeks.
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Backwarines Ie
Sdvices
Moon
United States
Bradstreet
Regional Commodity Prices Across Cities and Commodities
Chicago cattle and hog markets show wide ranges for prime to common grades. Other cities report varying prices for cattle hogs sheep and staples like wheat corn oats rye butter eggs and potatoes with regional labels and mixed quality grades.
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Chicago
Timothy
Indianapolis
St. Louis
Cincinnati
Detroit
Gattle
Hogar
Milwaukee
New York
Toledo
Current Events Notes Highlight GOP Committee and Celeb Divorces
Chairman Hitchcork of the Republican National Committee forms an executive file. Mrs Lloyd Oxbourne, wife of novelist, sues for separate maintenance in San Francisco. Actress Alice Johnstone granted divorce from Dustin Fornum in New York. Thomas F Gargin of the Baton Transit Commission dies in Berlin after stomach surgery last week.
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Hitchcork
Republican National Committee
Lloyd Oxbourne
San Francisco
Cal
Alice Johnstone
Grant
Dustin Fornum
New York
Thomas F. Gargin
Berlin
Germany
Early inventions and firsts through history
A garbled excerpt lists milestones from coal mining to windmills, handkerchiefs, balloons, music books, and surnames. It references Sara cens and Wynkin de Words, noting dates 800 B, 1748, 1820, 1495, and a reign of Edward the. The fragment attempts a timeline of first occurrences across eras.
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Wynkin de Words
Edward the
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