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Newspaper
Graettinger Times
Location
Graettinger, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 13, 1908
Page
2
Fragmentary OCR text references higher officials and a grand jury case. Mentions Pennypacker era attorney general and Carson, with letters to various persons about construction bearing on a case. Details are garbled but indicate an archival note on a historic investigation.
A garbled OCR fragment describes a death with mentions of Taft and figures Pin Queen Ane and Manuel. The text is incomplete but suggests a funeral rite with priests reciting prayers and a cannon salute.
Former county judge Jamey Hor ists, long associated with state Democratic circles, is accused in a fraternal feud that led to his son Young Haregis shooting him repeatedly in a Tackgon Kentucky general store. The father died at the counter as clerks waited on customers after a quarrel over the son's drinking. Authorities say the motive stemmed from years of conflict and the father attempting to restrain the son.
A massive blaze Thursday swept across South Adams Street in Portta Pearly burning a four story McAdams Co building and Schleicher & Song furniture store, Rosenbloom Co department store, and other structures. Residents fled as flames breached the Armenian Grand hotel area. extensive damage reported to multiple businesses including piano and retail dealers and cavalry armory facilities.
Treasury officials say no further action will follow a customs raid on Theodore P. Shonts home over undeclared gowns imported by Mrs. Shanes and her daughter. The Shonts deny illicit use of the gowns and claim no smuggling basis exists for the charge. Authorities indicate the case may be dropped.
Miss Coy of Pittsburg, Pa., became a local hero after warding off a burglar in her room. She attacked him with a slipper in each hand, striking him in the face and drawing blood, as he fled. The incident underscores her quick action and courage in a night-time defense.
A large fire caused extensive damage and injuries to five firefighters. One man suffered leg injuries while another was seriously burned. Police say a suspect attempted suicide during the blaze, slashing an apparent razor wound. The incident damaged property and led to recoveries and investigations.
Reports say heavy snowfall and freezing temperatures paralyzed transportation in New York and Philadelphia. Rail service halted, streets iced over, and power and food deliveries disrupted as officials warn of continuing danger from extreme cold and drifting snow.
A fragmentary report details a court hearing concerning Lady Aller Thi of Pittsburgh and the Earl of Yarnyeudy. Proceedings mention a marriage dispute, medical testimony, and limited witnesses including the countess and a physician. The court wrestles with evidence about whether the marriage had been consummated and its legality remains unresolved.
The fragmentary OCR describes a collapse and injuries near a flue or pipe event with references to New York and other scattered names, but the text is heavily garbled and lacks coherent facts, names, dates, or locations to form a precise summary.
A garbled OCR passage mentions names like Mira Claudine Abyy Nye and NyeV Abe Abrey with scattered phrases about physics exams and a town event. The text is incomplete and lacks coherent facts for a fuller summary.
Fragmentary text mentions routes, roads, and travel counts with many garbled words. It references Nashville and various numbers but lacks coherent facts or clear events to identify people, organizations, or dates.
FragmentaryOCR details show Peoria involved in a perplexing event with Ada Binet, a listed sum of $63259,000, and references to Jay Visited Peoria amid uncertain dates and activities. Names and numbers appear inconsistent, but the document indicates a financial or corporate matter linked to a local business figure.
A fragmentary report notes funds and payroll details tied to Catholic church activities in the Philippines. The text appears garbled but hints at a payment of about 404,000 to a church entity and mentions a pause or committee action related to church affairs.
A state health plan outlines interstate action to control the spread of a dangerous disease called the White Plague. Officials push for facilities to treat and prevent spread, seeking cooperation from other states and allies to contain the outbreak.
Two men wanted for stealing about $390 from a Roelport store were spotted by Constable Rowe and deputies at a walkway station. A revolver was flaunted, shots fired, and the suspects fled into darkness as a posse pursued near Pacific Junction.
The fourth annual meeting of the Barmera Grain Meadors Association at Fort Dodge on February 12 will feature speakers from Washington and Illinois and local towns. Notable guests include Mee Camber and AL Greeley, with talks on five topics of the day.
Disjointed report notes Senonl rial of M Haxerooke in the state case from the September term, delayed at Rook Rapids due to dam planning witnesks and a defendant's absence. Local items mention a jury issue, a death in Wa Varly, and church appointments in Orange City with brief community details.
A garbled 19th century report discusses Blanding the fictional castle and J L Buswell of Albany NY, detailing a loan of 42 900 to fund investments, concerns about penury, and bank action to cover face values. It mentions future growth in real estate, pending suits, and long legal entanglements with years before resolution, plus scattered notes on enrollment and exhibits at Spencer eb and local courses and sales, all in a breathless provincial tone.
A man described as a sickly loner and member of the Wood Indians lodge died by hanging in Gallon Texas. He had been despondent over an inability to work and to provide for crops. He left a separated wife residing in Sheldon. This marks the ninth death in the Grove area in the past two weeks.
Fragmented local report describes a 24 year old woman Jaale Woods dying after a roadside incident near Ottumwa while Stefan Boul and others are noted. The piece also mentions Robert G. Conulys new query, Oscar Hogan sentenced for assault, and a public works note about a Moyk Dodwe project needing 140000 dollars. Local deaths and a farmer named William Anderson are briefly referenced.
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