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Newspaper
Emmet County Republican
Location
Estherville, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 10, 1901
Page
1
Fragmentary OCR notes indicate a Republican related item tied to RIT in Iowa, with unclear context and missing details. Readable fragments mention a trial or report and local political framing, but specifics such as names, dates, or outcomes are not discernible.
Fragmented report details ongoing murder case in Minneapolis with key witnesses and suspects. It notes delays, amended complaints, and the disappearance of a principal figure as investigators seek answers and legal action. Sources reference a singer with a public profile and a move toward distant locations as the case unfolds.
special dispatch from The Hague reports Queen Wilhelmina’s planned marriage to Duke Henry of Mecklenburg has caused parliamentary turmoil. Contenders clash over precedence and financial support. Wilhelmina favors a substantial annual allowance for Henry, while supporters argue royal funds should not burden the state.
Representative Rixey charges that Marine Hobart Green of Virginia died at the United States Naval Academy in Annapolis from ill treatment while sick with pneumonia. He alleges Green was compelled to march while ill and that the deck was washed beneath him as he lay in his hammock aboard the Santee. Green's medical record lists pneumonia as the cause.
In Searavey County, four farmers died after drinking wood alcohol at a holiday gathering. Victims include W. Baker of Point Heter, Alfred Joan, and James Vickey of Gave Creek. several others are near death.
Secretary Bnet indicated it would be unwise to release the Lawshe report on Cuban frauds to the Senate at this stage. He noted ongoing criminal prosecutions and the need to avoid public data while investigations by Lawsher proceed, despite questions from several senators about compliance with the Tacon resolution.
Crowds greet Lord Roberts at Southampton station as he returns with the queen’s party. Princess Beatrice and the Connaught set travel in royal carriages to the Ossolar House while troops line the route. Roberts, still nursing a sling, is made Knight and presented with an earthen by the queen, who notes his daughters.
In Astoria Oregon a storm endangers two British ships. The Andrada of Osiek vanished after docking Pilot Cordiner was aboard. The Cadzow Forest and its Pilot Jirassiman disappeared five years earlier. The revenue cutter Terry searches for the Andrada while the Nathitown, ninety one days from Yokohama, is overdue near Japan’s coast.
A vessel named Transpoct Giant arrived after fifty days at sea bringing fifty-seven CUB passengers, discharged soldiers, and accompanying crew. The onboard crew reported rough conditions and workers described the voyage as strenuous with several notable incidents.
Reports from Pekin note the decapitation of the culprit who killed Minister von Netteler, witnessed by a large crowd. The scene follows a spate of executions and political turmoil including the Spanish crisis and navy debates, while sugar refiners in New York cut prices. Also mentioned are a jail suicide, Queen Marie, wheat export prospects, Mrs Nation bail, Missouri hangings, and a sweeping iron workers strike.
A city council notice announces a reward of 250,000 for information leading to the capture of abductors of Cathy Mawar on December 8 in Omaha. The council outlines charges and the conditions for the reward, urging public assistance and detailing the danger to the victim. The text emphasizes authorities seek swift action and cooperation from residents.
Unclear letters describe wage reductions affecting thousands with reference to Mahoning and nearby valleys. The text notes daily rates for bottom fillers at Tapers and a proposed future price of $1.65. Finance men are to set terms in March while implied union endorsement remains uncertain.
Fragmented OCR text recounts a voyage and storm impact with scattered names and places. readable bits mention a person returning home and an event tied to a voyage, but key details are unclear and names are garbled. The record preserves the sense of a journey interrupted by a gale and familial concern.
A large fire at the Union Mill company in Waterlon destroys the west side mill, a Waterloo block is scarred by heat, 830 sacks of flour and all machinery are lost. Firefighters protect adjacent buildings as crowds watch. The total damage is estimated at $59,000 with uncertain scope beyond the plant.
Garner, superintendent of the American Express Company, was in Mason City and paid the First National Bank of Mason City 140 to reimburse the bank for currency stolen in transit to the State Bank at Brycelyn. The bank had deposited 1000 in currency with Amex for shipment to Brycelyn. the agent who received the package left it in his desk and later found it missing.
The Iowa Telephone Company, after a Des Moines special meeting, moves to raise capital from 1 million to 4 million dollars to fund sweeping improvements of exchanges in key towns and to string new toll lines statewide. It seeks a 25 year franchise for a headquarters and underground wiring under an ordinance request.
A burglar shot Hieden and Lostinity in a home raid. A mine blast at Letagh and Wilkesbarre Cowl Com caused damage but most workers escaped. one man, Lee, was severely burned. In Spokane attorney Frank Ridges sues Betty Carpenter for alienation of his wife’s affection, seeking 50,000. Boston notes a vacancy in the electoral college after Gov Walcott’s death. In Colorado, Maggie Hoel, missing two weeks, is believed to have eloped with John Wat SU and gone east.
Market quotations show Chicago cattle prices common to hogs and sheep with shipping grades and fair demand. Wheat and corn prices vary by grade and city, with No 2 red wheat around 75 cents and No 2 corn near 45 cents. Prices also appear for butter, eggs, and livestock in Detroit Buffalo New York and Milwaukee markets.
A Des Moines political figure signals prohibitionists may seek a rehearing before the supreme court if the verital election amendment is found gent. Prohibitionists are poised to rally if the court delays action and challenge the amendment’s constitutionality as the election matter remains unsettled. Opponents warn the amendment could be defeated for its intent and alleged flaws, with disclosure expected in due time unless the court reverses.
Fort Dodge has notified Director Roberts in Washington that it is prepared to accept Andrew Carnegie's offer of a 3000 dollar library gift. The city already has about 10000 volumes and a prime site on a good corner. Local contributions leave several thousand dollars available for a new building and the common council expresses willingness to maintain the library thereafter.
Webster County and its attorney moved to collect a $300 cigarette tax by issuing notices to assessors across the county. The move follows a Supreme Court decision linking Iowa’s cigarette law to federal rulings, provoking strong dealer reactions and signaling Webster as a leader in this enforcement.
The Lee and Fox Indians of Yama County file suit in federal court against ex Indian agent H M Rebok for 50000 claiming he seized most lands rents and profits for corrupt ends. The suit seeks redress for the tribe. Also notes on Gov Drake’s illness and other state appointments and public notices.
The Iowa State Teachers Association held a long general session in Des Moines with Dr Albion Sawall of the University of Chicago and W Rid dell of West Des Moines addressing the group. Topics included education quality, rural teacher wages, state examinations, and the future role of county superintendents. The meeting featured acrimonious exchanges over teacher certification and the Speer arithmetic method, and concluded with elections and committee appointments as well as reflections on teacher conduct and the profession.
New York plans a four story Stock Exchange building on Broad Street replacing the present structure. The design features a glass front for light and air, foundations down sixty feet, and electric lighting from the exchange’s own plant. Demolition starts May 1 with occupancy expected May 1, 102.
Envoys in Pekin present preliminary demands to Prince Ching and Li-Hung-Chang including indemnity, apologies to Germany and Japan, punishment of Boxer leaders, fortification of Pekin, and permanent legation guards. Emperor hesitates. risk of new program, potential partition or war if terms rejected. Panama Canal talks reveal minority opposition to US control as work advances along the canal. Boer War updates show British pursuit of De Wet and Boer resistance. Turkish reception of US Kentucky crew noted. Paris water plant earns profits. Paris hospitals admit many alcoholics.
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