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Newspaper
Graettinger Times
Location
Graettinger, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 07, 1910
Page
4
Fragmentary text outlines wage scales and monthly demands in the Indiana coal region. Mentions Illinois and Chicago area figures, with references to total estimated costs and several town names. The passage is garbled but centers on labor wage discussions and proposed payments.
Fragmentary text hints at a fee reduction compared to prior charges. Mentions a named entity F000 and a reference to ren w yoferae, with unclear context. No definitive figures or outcomes are readable. Further readable details needed for a concrete summary.
A fragment notes an executive pension issue involving a L nonats figure charged and entered by Dus on a date in the autumn period. The readable text is fragmentary and does not provide a clear full names or locations.
The note from Secretary Knox to the Dominion government expresses satisfaction at progress toward tariff negotiations. Taft aims to avoid a tariff war, noting American interests would suffer. Finance Minister Fielding was invited to Albany to discuss differences, signaling a peaceful path forward between the United States and Canada.
Mrs Cornelia Woolman of Hejana Montana surrendered to New York customs officials aboard the steamship George Washington on March 41. Her baggage and wearing apparel were seized after she failed to declare a diamond chain and pendant valued at 5000 dollars. A Paris Jeweler receipt supported her claim the pieces were purchased in the United States, but the government argues the mounting in Paris makes them dutiable under a 10 percent rate on diamonds and 5 percent on mounts.
Hugh McFall a man of Manafield C dropped at his doorstep on Wednesday with a deep gash to the head and life could not be saved. He lived alone and had no nearby relatives. Neighbors saw him moving a car into the garage around midnight Tuesday before authorities determined if robbery occurred.
A severe Colorado blizzard battered the state and nearby regions, with winds up to heavy gales, cutting telegraph and telephone lines and delaying rail service. Denver and Genoa suffered extensive outages as five feet of snow blocked routes on the Ohtenge, Rock Island and Pacific lines. Widespread damage closed roads, disrupted communication, and paralyzed rail transport from Fort Morgan to Wray while Western Union and other services struggled to cope.
Frank Bader, a retired blacksmith in Dodge City Kansas, hid his savings in an iron box in his basement after losing faith in banks years ago. A thief drilled into the box during Monday night and stole $2,700 in gold, leaving Bader bewildered and seeking justice.
Prof Percival Lowell, director of the Lowell Observatory, argued in London that Mars lacks water and its inhabitants, if any, are not humanlike. The gathering included Edward Maunder of Greenwich, among other scientists who dispute his view.
A 17 year old Dan Diego merchant son and a 15 year old Gertruda Seifert eloped for a second time, traveling toward the Valley in a snowbound auto. They faced an armed confrontation described as a duel near Dew Cones six miles east of San Diego, prompting a dramatic stand off as the couple fled toward Foportog.
Experts from the State Agricultural College warn half of this year's seed corn will not germinate due to poor seed quality and weather. The statewide yield could drop below 200 million bushels for the first time, prompting tests of three to four times the normal seed needed to plant nine million acres. If germination drops persist, hog prices and meat costs may rise as supplies tighten.
A wreck on Otéen Mountain claimed eight lives including L. Fannington of Albert Lea Minnesota. Mrs Pennington and her newborn died as a sequence of events followed the disaster. The accident's aftermath saw confusion over bereaved spouses and a physician revealing the tragedy to the patient.
WHRO OF R. F R wreck narrative shows John White mortally wounded yet he attempted to summon help after the Rock Jeland wreck. Division Superintendent J A Gordon read a letter from E A Murphy of Vinton describing Murphy rushing to a farm house to raise alarm while White, gravely wounded, urged action and tried to reach a telegraph house for aid.
A curious figure in Iowa City has been leaving money at several homes over two months without explanation. The benefactor, described as tall and well dressed, appears to be about fifty and ages. witnesses report the money is accompanied by no notes or messages. Local authorities urged residents to remain vigilant as investigations continue.
A minor blaze broke out at the Idle House pictures theatre in Manchester, owned by Dunham Brow, sparked by a drum catching fire. About 100 attendees barely avoided injury as flames damaged the machine and equipment, valued at roughly $2,006 with insurance coverage.
Residents near the Great Northern mountains west of Wincheater Virginia call for urgent aid as the blaze consumes timber and threatens homes. Able bodied men from Werdenaville were pressed into service to fight the fire, with damages and livelihoods at risk and thousands of dollars in losses reported.
Fragments indicate advices from wireless fringe in the Atlantic region with mention of grand banks and meetings. References to someone named Dave beginning to put into action plans and a large upcoming venture or tour.
Lake City sees rapid growth with the Methodist Church near completion to be dedicated in about ten weeks. The 8. T. Hotchigen building will soon be finished and Haagen plans a large two story store. A new telephone exchange will begin in April with underground cable work to begin around April 1. A brick laundry and several residences are also planned as the town expands.
The Caroogle Abeury building was approved by the board of trustees after initial concerns and pending alterations. No contractors have begun work on the project since the two month delay while the building committee reviewed details.
The action Sewnya Marri in Harrison county district court, changed to Harlan, seeks $30,030 damages for injuries alleged to be caused by Harrison county bridge construction negligence.
A fire at Peterppugr Im caused extensive damage to a building with losses around 100000. Investigators and emergency crews responded, and authorities are reviewing the incident's cause amid ongoing inquiries.
Seeka Duet and John G. Hamberlak both arrested in Huntaville Alabama on Monday over a property dispute that allegedly led to threats of a duel with Jane Hogans shott of Gueley.
A 14 year old boy died following an football injury reported in Texas. The tragedy occurred during a youth game with local officials launching an investigation. The victim was identified by authorities as a student from a nearby community.
Hubber Playta shut down. The United States Rubber dome pany's Alloeahoo mill of Woonsonk ot, R. Ly and rubber boat mill of Mill ville, Mana, were shut down Tusunday until April 11. The two plants employ 2,000 hands.
W A Wattis of the Marshalltown Hugey company was badly injured when his horse bolted after a street bar. He and Tuttle were knocked from the buggy. Wattis sustained serious injuries and a compound fracture of the right arm. Town City Heager for Oar Ting plans woven lot development in Rundell addition. The street car project is under town Commercial club consideration.
Narrow escape reported for Samusel Powers of Emerson who stood on the depot platform as a Burlington train arrived. A heavy piece of glass broke from a car truck and struck him, knocking him down but causing no serious injury. Local officials investigate the mishap and advise caution around railcars.
A fire destroyed Colby Horace Stables at Mineral City early Monday. The blaze, valued at $3,000 with contents, reduced the buildings to ruins. Only $1,200 in ashes were recovered, and authorities said the stable was practically lost.
J R Wallace secretary reports corn samples from an ordinary crib tested at fourteen and three quarters percent moisture. Reed corn grown per expert instructions averaged six percent moisture. Seedline testing is extensive this spring locally.
A clash between two sheepmen near Ylack Mountain resulted in one death and one survivor found. The dead man's name remains unknown, while J H Bradsley is reported as a survivor.
Mrs Loulga Mower died at Didern on Wednesday aged a5 after forty years as a mother of grown children. She passed peacefully at the bedside of each child, remembered as an admired figure in the community.
Fragmentary text from Washington states a request or notice about a position in the We Kurgau with an expected joining around May 4. Names and places are garbled. critical details are unreadable.
Rebecca Mott, 49, long resident of Harvicon County, died at home in Logan Saturday night. Born in Ohio in 1871, she moved to Illinois as a child with her parents and later settled in Harvicon County forty years ago. Police chief Lightgy of Waterloo submitted resignation while claiming support for Pd. Martin's re election candidacy. Officials search for Tulina Zack and inquire about the missing relative of the deceased.
A disastrous blaze at the Le Fish di Co furniture store in Chicago traps a dozen men on the sixth floor as flames and fumes block escape. A 12 year old girl leaps to escape the fire but dies from injuries after striking glass. Fire start from an exploded acetone bottle. lack of fire escapes worsens tragedy. losses estimated at 260,000.
Negotiations on tariff terms continue with parallel proclamations expected from Ottawa and Washington. Details are tightly guarded, but Canada is seen to seek intermediate rates on select articles, with high officials in both countries aware of the outline while a full settlement remains under discussion.
People in Barney Nebraska move houses as the Missouri River floods threaten the town. An eighty foot bridge is dismantled and moved to the hills while fields and a railroad line are damaged. A court near Marietta, Ohio reports a murder case involving Henry Austin with ties to local investigations and a killed worker in a lumber plant.
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