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Newspaper
Graettinger Times
Location
Graettinger, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 11, 1904
Page
2
Disjointed dispatches describe Hayashi Hayashi and British officials reacting to Japan’s stance on promised guarantees, with neutral observers noting friction between Russia and Western powers. Reports mention U.S. and European leaders weighing caution against harsh actions as diplomacy remains uneasy.
Disrupted OCR text reports a departure of American troops from Cabatin barracks at Tavdtat and Ampujeras. President Malm feellinds addresses the crowd while Maj. Brown and Minister Sottheva respond. soldiers exit in platoon formation as the banner is lowered. The scene evokes gratitude and calls for national pride amid the withdrawal.
A derailed train near Halifax resulted in multiple deaths and injuries among passengers and crew. Investigations indicate a broken rail was not the cause. the incident disrupted telegram lines between Minibor’s Crossing and Halifax. Eyewitnesses describe a chaotic scene as locomotives and cars left the track, with emergency responders attending the wounded and the dead.
Prisoners at Crip Creek were turned over to civil authorities after martial law ended. Ex congressman Grover from Missouri was jailed on a charge of conspiracy to attack Serenity and Smith, with bond set at $600. Other cases against military officers for false imprisonment proceed to trial next Tuesday.
Chicago woman Miss Bumner, a hotel cashier, fought off five robbers at a restaurant on Michigan Avenue. She stood her ground after being struck and threatened with revolvers, grabbing the money and keeping about $290 from the desk as terrified onlookers watched. The bandits fled, leaving notes and bounded bills scattered on the floor.
Mysterious killing of Mia Sehmefer in Bedford appears near solution as urine tests on promigene business figure tests are completed. Motive tied to securing letters. suspect seeks escape while guards tighten on outgoing trains. Officials hint arrest imminent and high officials note the case's gravity.
James P Nolan a street railway saboteur in St Louis Madona is accused of seizing 60000 in negotiable paper from a woman rider. He returned a car to the company and gave a $10 gold piece to the conductor although the woman recovered her property. Nolan refused to tell his mane and asked secrecy.
Mrs Betsey Durett, once captive of Indiana and famed as the first white child born in northern Tolijan, dies at age 82 in Bloomington. Abducted as a child by Indians, she later traveled widely, recounting her experiences and life under Captain Tas. The obituary notes her role in local history and the impact of smallpox prevention efforts.
Reverend Robert Elwood Gautionad, pastor of Olive Presbyterian Church in Winnington Del, found guilty on one of six specifications arising from sermons linked to a controversial trial. A five member committee was named to decide punishment, recommending a mild censure. Presbytery accepted the recommendation and adjourned.
George A. Those, former treasurer of the Produce Exchange Bank at Cleveland, confessed to embezzling 18700 of the bank's funds. He was sentenced to ten years in the penitentiary as the bank's loans were placed in receivership with liabilities totaling about 4.5 million dollars. The crime spanned eight years and caused the bank to fail. Storms and unrelated incidents are mentioned but not detailed.
In Missoula Montana Temphies Mott a wealthy Des Moines resident seeks efforts to save his nephew sentenced to hang for murdering his wife a year ago. A controversial meeting in Kuosus City Ion discussed charges of healing board education saloon protections and gambling. The cabinet convened in Parts bli Intent ion on drastic measures addressing open letters to President Loubet.
In Gowrie Webster County Mayor Horber issues a proclamation targeting bachelors within town limits. Anyone over age 18 who remains unmarried by a set date faces a fine as a public moral measure. The notice, signed by the mayor, emphasizes compliance and hints at enforcement through town authorities.
The case involves Soule of Falwant, bank employee, charged with false entries linked to Tone Sayings Bank. Judge Kiebard presides as the trial date is moved to March. Officials report the bond and court schedule, noting the case’s financial stakes exceed £0,000 and credit proceedings.
The Atlantic District of DM E Church faces turmoil as presiding elder Allen resigns amid allegations of misconduct. Allen says charges lack merit and cites desire to avoid friction as reason for stepping down. Investigators prepare to substantiate allegations against him and other district ministers.
An elderly resident of Oskaloosa, Willan A. Cowan, reportedly took morphine at his home and died after failing health and mental distress. A suicide note was shared with his wife, and the coroner notified. Funeral arrangements pending as authorities review the case.
A methylene blast near Atlantic landmarks caused a large explosion at a farm south of Atlantic, injuring G. W. Wheatley and family members including his son Hare. Rescue crews battled flames as the farm buildings burned and local residents reported substantial damage to outbuildings and nearby fields.
Fragmentary OCR describes a murder case with references to individuals and locations, mentioning a death by action and possible confinement. Details are garbled, but core facts imply a homicide inquiry and related conditions of a person named Dowlly.
A garbled report describes a man named M. Ainslie near Perkins Miss suffering a lethal event after ingesting incorrect ammo or toxin. The account mentions a caregiver, late relayer, and a medical misunderstanding leading to death within hours.
A string of incidents includes a depot robbery near Whyvill, a bankish misappropriation linked to M. W. Milena, and a series of local misdeeds. Reports mention a break in at Hillyville, a drawer opened, a robber seen escaping, and deaths amid the action. Also notes a city council franchise discussion and local wedding anniversaries.
The readable fragments reference political figures and events around Lincoln era policy debates. Names such as Clement Ty and exiled speakers appear amid mentions of nominations, speeches, and wartime funding pushes. The garbled text notes committees and votes shaping an 700,000 thousand dollar appropriation and references to Lincoln, Washington, and Detroit.
Fragmentary OCR text mentions names and dates but lacks a coherent event or context to summarize into a factual news item. No clear person, organization, place, or outcome is discernible for a reliable T and S pair.
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