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Newspaper
Graettinger Times
Location
Graettinger, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 23, 1899
Page
6
A violent clash erupted in a Francv saloon injuring four people including a woman who was shot in the hip. A man lost an arm after a gunfight with Dawsey amid ongoing tensions among local black miners. Citizens forced a halt, but authorities fear further violence.
A 16 month old child of Albert Dubner died in Clinton when a boy set his clothes on fire while placing wood in a stove. Neighbors and firemen cleared smoke to reach the burning room and recovered the child from a couch. The mother was away with her husband at Lambs Mills. The boy who caused the fire survived uninjured.
A report from Leon details a woman and three children found frozen to death in a miserable hut across the Bateling. The dwelling had no fire or food and scant bedding while walls showed large cracks. A cooper named Sushi had gone to find work, leaving the isolated cabin unseen until it was too late. The child under a year old and another were ill with measles and pneumonia respectively. Names and exact circumstances remain unclear.
A northbound passenger train wreck at Dyersville injures Engineer Ben Snyder of Oolwein and Fireman Vire Wan Essinger after a freight engine failed to clear the track. The train, traveling about thirty miles per hour, overturned and buried the crew in debris.
About 1,000 Mystic Shriners gathered in Des Moines on February 16 to parade the principal streets in distinctive garb. Potentate Geiger of Marion led the procession. Later that evening 100 candidates were initiated, followed by a banquet with 600 meals served.
The Highland Stock Farm Company bought the Stouts entire stable of stock horses from H. Le and I. Stout in Dubuque, sending the Stouts into retirement from horse breeding. The sale leaves 112 standard bred horses at the Highland yards, including Nutwood previously famed at the park.
Water shortage endangers Waterloo as the river provides barely enough for consumption. Appeals seek manufacturing plants using water power to shut down. If it persists, widespread suffering and shortages face residents. Murder Case Breaks After Ten Years.
A young married man, son of M L Curl, was accidentally shot near Defiance, Shelby County, by his 18 year old brother who mishandled a revolver. The victim's condition and further details are not provided.
The Railroad Commission of Lona says no change to soft coal freight rates after January hearing. A 1916 joint resolution urged investigation into declining state coal production and possible discrimination. Evidence shows Lone coal output rising since 1806, Illinois coal imports shrinking, and no discrimination against Lowa. Dubuque Race Stakes Announced with total purses of $82,000 for Aug 28 to Sept 2 at Nutwood Driving Class meet.
A three story Odd Fellows building under construction in Knoxville suffered a collapse when iron roof supports failed. A large section of the south wall blew out, braces and third story timber collapsed inside, two workmen were injured but not seriously.
The grain elevator owned by L. G. Bosworth at Manley Junction burned last week. No one was present when it started, likely from a small gasoline stove in the engine room. Valued at about $4,500 and uninsured. Grain loss insured at $1,000, which will nearly cover it.
Families of W C Woolsey and J J Barton faced death by gas from soot clogged stove flues in Fort Dodge. They were found prostrated on waking. a physician warned that fifteen people across the two households were close to fatal suffocation.
The Iowa State Bottlers Association met in Webster City last week amid strong anger. There are 70 bottlers in Iowa, with 66 members of the association. Reports show over 71,000 bottles saved for rightful owners thanks to the organization’s efforts during the past year.
Robert McClelland of Omaha becomes sole owner of the Tabor and Northern Railroad running from Malvern to Tabor about nine miles. He paid $28,000, about half the build cost, and plans to invest about $10,000 more this summer. New Society at Waterloo forms a club that bars male visitors. violators incur fines, and the treasury grows despite the outfit’s brief existence.
The twenty ninth annual Y M C A convention of the Town mat chapter was held in Dubuque last week with wide Iowa representation. The organization shows a strong Dubuque foothold and broad appeal, with about one third of its members being Roman Catholics.
Ottumwa baseball supporters held a meeting and decided to enter the Western Association this season. They have already subscribed 800 dollars and expect to raise 2,600 dollars total with strong local interest.
A one year old child, daughter of A M Sar of Eaglex, was playing near a washing machine when the mother pulled the plug. Hot water poured out and the child was severely scalded. Further details not provided.
A vast cold wave extended from the Northwest to the South and Gulf Coast, driving zero and below temperatures across Ohio, New York, Maryland, and Georgia. New York faced 50 mph winds and 8 F. Washington, D.C. saw three feet of snow, while Florida and other Southern states reported severe crop and fruit losses, including orange groves and early vegetables.
American forces under Brig Gen Miller captured Iloilo, capital of Panay, after a bombardment by ships Petre and Baltimore. Rebels burned the town as they evacuated. American troops landed, extinguished fires, and reported no American casualties. Rebels suffered heavy losses and guns were moved to defend the position before surrender conditions were issued.
American forces from the Eighteenth infantry captured Jaro two miles north of Voilo on Sunday. Rebels offered stiffer resistance than expected, inflicting heavier casualties than Iloilo. Lieut. Frank Bolles and four other soldiers were wounded. Bolles sustained a slight injury. Enemy forces estimated at about one thousand withdrew into the hills with dead and wounded. Molo had been deserted by the enemy.
The Milwaukee Evening Wisconsin reports the flour mill syndicate led by Thomas A. McIntyre has won control of most spring wheat mills. Duluth, Minneapolis, Milwaukee, New York, and Buffalo mills are said to be secured, with only Freeman's remaining small. The capitation is estimated at about 35 million dollars.
Toulon correspondent to the London Daily Mail reports extraordinary activity at the arsenal and trench works. He says M. Lockroy, minister of marine, expects war with Great Britain within two years. It is noted that war with England is being preached in official circles as troops pour into Tunis and Algeria and war material is dispatched.
Debates dominated the session as the Senate passed the military and civil appropriation bills and other measures while the House faced a near quorum. The Nicaragua canal battle continued with Hepburn’s amendment, chair rulings, and a key vote, amid progress on navy labor pay and pension adjustments for Spanish War veterans.
The fragment notes an army appropriation for this year totaling ten million dollars, signaling an effort to secure funding for defense or related programs. The text implies a formal financial demand or legislative step in the budgeting process.
A fragment from Cleveland Plain Dealer language shows a quirky aside about a lieutenant and a peppermint chewing bag. The text hints at tension and humor within a military or police setting, but lacks a clear event or outcome. The readable portion centers on personal observation rather than a reportable incident.
An article notes annexationists push adding Canada to the nation, claiming a peaceful path without enraging England. It argues the issue needs prudent statesmanship, likening it to seeking a remedy for ailments with Hostetter's Stomach Bitters.
A Chicago News item notes Willie Say of Pa Say is an impressionist who gives the sense he sells more pictures than he can paint. The piece hints at his reputation and the public perception of his art business.
Practical washing guidance to prevent shrinking of woolen and silk underwear. Use warm water with ivory soap, wash gently, rinse, and avoid wringing. While damp, press with a hot iron and hang to finish.
A Philadelphia North American quotation frames a playful exchange as a woman asks if the smell of powder frightened her. The reply, witty and affectionate, notes that at the first scent of powder the speaker thought of his loved one.
An old classified style ad offers one hundred dollars reward for catarrh cures Hall's Catarrh Cure priced at 75 cents per bottle. endorsements from West Truax Walding Kinnan Marvin claim honesty and solvency. The product is taken internally and claimed to affect blood and mucous surfaces. testimonials are free.
A stitched together snippet mentions a boy prompting a penny gag, with a nephew replying. It mixes ad style lines about cures, toothpicks, and jokes, then shifts to notices of products and celebrities. It references Bromo Quinine tablets, natural toothpicks, Haie’s Honey, and actors like Beerbohm Tree.
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