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Newspaper
Emmetsburg Democrat
Location
Emmetsburg, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 13, 1908
Page
1
Laporte Ind May 11 Dr HL Lenz says the body found in the Gunness home ruins is not Mrs. Gunness. He cites differences in weight height and features, noting the cremated arm and manicured fingers. No new bodies found at the Guaness farm. ten bodies recovered, three identified.
Mrs Cora Belie Herron widow of Frederick B Herron former vice president of Sethness Chemical Chicago was arrested by Syracuse detectives in a Pullman sleeper on suspicion of being Belle Gunness the Laporte Ind alleged murderess She proved her identity and will go to New York She said the arrest was an outrage accompanied by her mother and planned to visit her sister in New York Gustav Thun a former resident of Washington Pa may have died at Mrs Gunness Laporte farm after leaving Chicago to marry the widow with $1000 in hand and never heard from since.
Lewistown Montana May 11 Sheriff Edward Martin and Deputy Sheriff Borgan pursue the notorious halfbreed outlaw Mosney. They corner him in a cave near Arrow Creek after John Walsh rode in with the update. The desperado is penned and cannot escape except by surrender as authorities hold the advantage.
Private advices from New York report that terms of peace have been arranged between Sonora's government and the Yaqui rebels. The dispatch cites Albert O. Cobillas as acting governor of Sonora as the source of the agreement.
Polish officials announce the governor general has closed all private Poleh schools in Kielce province following the recent assassination of M Afanasieff, the superintendent of Kielce schools.
President Walker of the United Mine Workers of Illinois announces a referendum showing miners favor continuing the 1906 agreement and paying shotfirers. Operators and miners sign a joint pact after receding on a closed shop. Mines to reopen once operators are ready.
Atlanta business leaders vow rapid reconstruction of the three blocks razed by Friday's blaze. Hundreds clear debris, restore streets, and replace utilities as officials review water pressure after damage. Estimated loss nears 1.25 million dollars with about 906 thousand in insurance.
Washington May 11 three U S senators received letters from President Roosevelt defending his control of army and navy as commander in chief. The letters provoked strong reactions in the Senate and may trigger a conference of Republican members. The letters defend discharging without honor black soldiers implicated in the Brownsville Texas shooting and the banishment of Colonel William F B Stewart to a desert Arizona post.
In Nancy France May 11 a woman named Jeanne Weber escaped lynching as word spread that she strangled and killed a seven year old boy. Earlier in Paris she faced charges of murdering over twenty children but was released for lack of proof.
New York May 11 Katherine Clemmons Gould’s motion for a jury trial in her suit for separation from husband Howard Gould was denied by Justice Dowling in the supreme court. The ruling notes a uniform trend against jury trials in matrimonial actions except where absolute divorce is sought.
Four members of the house of representatives' committee on paper costs arrived in Corinth New York on May 11 for a firsthand look at the Palmer mills. The party included Representatives Mann Illinois Miller Kansas Stafford Wisconsin and Sims Tennessee to witness the paper making process.
Charles Matthias, famed editor and long time Chicago Chronicle writer, reportedly shot and killed himself at a Hot Springs hotel as his wife temporarily left the room. He had suffered nervous troubles for years and was often despondent.
May 11 report from Williston North Carolina says Pigeon toed Kid J. C. Brown alias the rattle rustler was killed by Deputy Sheriff Calderwood at Bonnable ranch in Valley County Ment and his body brought to Cilbertson in a spring wagon. He was sought for cattle rustling in Montana and Canada.
Arkansas remains without a governor as Governor Pindall departs for Washington without notifying the Speaker of the House Allen Hamiter. The Speaker has authority to act as governor and will be induced to take charge during Pindall's absence.
Rear Admiral Roby D. Evans relinquished command of the Atlantic fleet in San Francisco on May 11. He was succeeded by Rear Admiral Charles M. Thomas who will hold the office for five days before stepping aside for Rear Admiral Charles G. Sperry. The transfer featured a rundown pennant, thirteen-gun salute, and a reception aboard the Connecticut as Thomas assumed command and immediate duty.
Oakland crowds line streets for parade of the big battleship fleet as 8 000 spectators watch from Telegraph avenue to Broadway. Jackies receive hearty civic welcome with bands and flags and a barbecue dinner in Adams Point after the review. In San Francisco a banquet ends with a call to Congress to promote Admiral Evanson to vice admiral.
A jury in Bloomington on May 11 set aside the will of banker Thomas Crumbaugh who left $500,000 to a Spiritualist church. The verdict followed a sensational trial in which letters were produced showing Crumbaugh was unduly influenced by alleged mediums claiming to be in contact with the spirit of his infant son.
Notices list Jennie A. Kelly as administratrix of B. E. Helly estate with demands for debts and claims to be filed in the District Court. Also announces James Dorlon estate administrator P. H. Dowles. McCarty & Muarty attorneys. Adds Charles McCormick plans sale of brick bank building and bank furniture plus property near depot and city hall. rental and laundry ads. tiling services by Fred Henry in Emmetsburg.
Local note mentions placing horses into the Ormsby pasture owned by EB Jackman, highlighting ample grass shade and water as key benefits. The quotation implies transfer or use of the pasture for grazing and care. No further details on dates or conditions are provided in the fragment.
Pasture offers good bine grass with best shade and shelter in the county. Also 275 acre pasture in Nevada township for rent see 8. Apply to Arthur St. Gibson by phone. Pasture for cows for a number of cows east of Emmetsburg. Price 1.50 dollars per month. Owners bring cows mornings and take them home evenings. 18-3-x R A Gifford.
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