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Newspaper
Graettinger Times
Location
Graettinger, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 08, 1926
Page
12
Fragmented description of a ceremonial cake crown worn by a bride, detailing dimensions 12 inch diameter and 9 inch height, weight 6 to 10 pounds, with ten rows of balls and glittering ornaments. Mentions use at church, wedding breakfast, and reception, with notes on colors and early morning to night wear.
Washington reports President Coolidge will reject the League of Nations invitation to send American delegates to a Geneva conference in September to discuss American reservations at the world court. He says the court is for its forty-nine member states and the United States will deal directly with those nations. The League notes the circular letter is routine procedure and not to involve the U.S. beyond its role as a signatory.
Reports from Streymtown detail a Communist demonstration turning deadly as 12 people are killed and many injured. Police and Carpathiana officials investigate the riot amid rising tensions in the region.
The House Agriculture Committee hearings noted many witnesses and questions about a Volstead replacement bill. A substitute to prohibit manufacture and sale of alcohol was discussed, with Carew introducing a guest from the American Institute for data. President Coolidge invited officials to Chicago to dedicate a memorial building. an inquiry by a committee of former rulers was extended.
A garbled note reports a court decision upholding a tax law amid constitutional challenges. The fragment mentions Albany, a legislature, and a court ruling, but specifics are unclear. The piece references a candidate and political contention in a likely capital city context.
Fragmentary notice notes the death of Davin Gar and references a home event. Details are unclear but indicate a funeral or obituary context with scattered names and locations.
Severe winter weather blankets the Midwest and western states as Mississippi area rivers flood hazard and heavy snowfall blocks roads and suspends fuel supplies. Missouri towns report record drifts and blocked rails while western Rockies snowfall disrupts air routes near Great Falls and Roote Springs.
In Topeka court, Governor Jonathan M. Davis denies involvement in a bribery case. His son Russell Daryty testifies that he accepted 31,220 for delivering a pardon to Fred Pollman, a convicted banker, asserting the governor knew nothing of the arrangement.
Quantico Marines deploy aerial spraying to combat mosquitoes. Experiments show arsenic laden solution can target pests without harming crops or humans, with demonstrations to curb the summer threat.
Readable fragments hint at international conflict and security issues. The text mentions Guatemala and arson, with vague references to domination and a questionable institution. No clear events, dates, or named individuals are discernible.
A fragmented report describes a fire that rendered several residents homeless as 400 homes were damaged or burned near Manila. The blaze affected nipa and other structures, with many losses concentrated in a coastal town district. Authorities assess damage and assist affected families.
Report notes a section in Sioux City where a garter and related items were swiped. Authorities say the loss is part of a larger theft pattern tied to an old abbot matter valued around 100,000. The article cites police and local officials investigating the incident.
A fragmentary ad style piece touts a tonic said to strengthen weak bodies and restore health. It mentions a product named Tanta forma and Ponda with references to spices and herbs and suggests use for stomach issues and constipation. The garbled text references Harlington and Natara's route.
Fragmentary OCR mentions a venue and event context with unclear specifics. No confident names, dates, or places readable. summary limited to noting a venue reference and a deep sketched event setup.
Fragmented text describes medical misuse and symptoms with garbled dialogue and unclear names. Mentions constipation and possible poisoning or medical concerns. Tone resembles a chaotic historical column with multiple misspellings and stray words, offering little clear factual reporting.
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