Poisoned Children and Fraudulent Receipts Ring
The report details a scam near Rockwell City where patent creamery machines were left with farmers for trial in exchange for receipts that later became notes bought at a bank. Also reported is Anna Rasch of Harlan who poisoned two children, then attempted suicide. she was deemed insane and sent to Clarinda asylum. Further items include a building society liquidation in Ottumwa, a Cedar Falls elder’s birthday, a night watchman’s arrest not prosecuted, and various local incidents and discussions on state rail and bridge projects.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rockwell City
Anna Rasch
Andrewech
Harlan
Clarinda
Enice
Cedar Falls
Cedar Falls Lumber Company
Abraham Wild
Renounced His Vows At DuBuque Trappist Monastery
A historic move from the DuBuque Trappist monastery reveals Brother Eugene Joseph Graham, 23 years in the order, renounced his vows and left to seek livelihood. Originating in Illinois, the Rome-authorized departure ends his 23 year confinement as he eyes the world beyond.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dubuque
Eugene
Joseph Graham
Ilinois
Rome
Judge Quarton a Candidate Again
A county bar association meeting in the court room unanimously urged Judge Quarton to seek re nomination. The judge, finishing a second term, has gained popularity for fairness and success. Democrats and Republicans joined in support, though opposing candidates are likely. Secretary Chas A Colenour will report the action to district lawyers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
County Bar Association
Ona Simous
Quarton
Maiter
Chas. A. Colenour
Bar Association
Kossuth Association
Alzona Upper
Emmetsburg saloons lead but morals and services praised
Among three county seats Emmetsburg stands out with legal saloon allowance yet cleaner court records than Algona and Estherville. It reports smaller population yet larger back deposits, better public improvements, lower taxes, and strong church congregations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Emmetsburg
Algona
Estherville
Ste
West Bend
Fragmentary Local Notes From an Evening Social
Readable fragments describe visits and transactions among residents in a small town. Names include PL Lerson Jack Legaard Jane Twedt Esther and others with scattered events noted across Monday Friday and Sunday evenings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
PL Lerson
Bromenssorg Sanday
Jack Legaard
Emmetsbere
Jane Twedt
Jensen, Jr
Wen Naling
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Harry Harris
Pumpkin Seed Club
X Organization
Clincis Central Pesseng & Buyer
RS. Johnson
Des
Moines
Iowa Cectra Railroad
Dewey
Robt
Eijora
Felt Trhrovush A
Grege
F. F
Harris
Board of Supervisors
Waterloo
Iowa
Cedar River Park
Cedar Stead
Wiliam Mulliken
Keokuk
Mulliken
Francis C
Portland. Or
Francis Emerson Judds
Episcopal Diocese of
Mount Pleasant
Davenport
Lowa City
Brooklyn
Marshalkown
University of Iowa At
Iowa City
Cass
Bercovec
G. D. WeDpsala
Custoc Bas
James Cole
Fornber Service Sts
Cole
Sterman
Ettorner
Sox
Johan W. Sherman
Lephos
Lietenant
Gener
Sherman
John Sherman
Tee Moines
Weske
Fecrer
Sen
Gilbertson
C.J. Thompson
W. H. Greenshaw
Council Bluffs
Crystal Lake
Nathan D. Putnam
Marshalltown
Judge Quarton
Ehkail
Walout
Graettinger
J. P. Manx
Slaters
Aweet
Meis
Wattiegin
Dr. Leen
Reecevely
Neusre
Forseana
H.W. Bezez
Emmetsburg, Iuwa
Gractiinger Locals
Bas Winde
Ur Patel
Endey
Wiggins
Minne Jay
W. Camers
E. P. Bragg, Blacksmat’ and
Waser Shop EU
Lilfred Prats
Patienis
Hartwse Coe Ed
Raynter
William Austin
Ake Wersy Pte Ti
New York
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