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Newspaper
Graettinger Times
Location
Graettinger, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 24, 1910
Page
2
A massive explosion at a powder plant stored 75 000 pounds of powder. Fire swept the building and neighbors, with a blazing wall of flame hindering rescue efforts. Most victims were women, and chemist Reuben Tharp survived among the dead. Rescue teams fought to reach the ruins as roars of fire spread through the area.
Dorvillg Brooke of Decatur Maryland sued in the United States district court in Indianapolis against John A. Titeworth Hamlin George W. Infield and others of Rushville and Bloomington alleging a bond exchange for bonds of the Rushville Gas company. Witnesses say the plant touted as worth more than 109000 and earning 32000 monthly profits has not been incorporated for five years and is now valued around 3000.
Reported bomb attack damaged a three story building on the West Side, tied to Max Plummer who lent it to Michael Heltler. Police Inspector Edward McCain led the investigation as another explosion followed the initial blast. Loss estimated at $10,000.
A garbled OCR fragment references a vessel wreck and a British team with numerous named figures. The text mentions a cruiser and a Miniature titled Zenteno, noting twenty eight persons involved and various unclear names.
Fragmentary OCR text appears garbled with names and places. The readable fragment suggests a dated or eventful item involving Aragk and a quantity 49, but lacks clear subjects or actions to summarize coherently.
A fierce winter storm swept from Colorado to Minnesota bring ing inches of snow and extreme cold. Temperatures fell as much as 65 degrees in a day, winds gusted to 40 miles per hour, and rail and telegraph services were disrupted. Oklahoma and Kansas faced livestock losses and unemployment rose as the weather froze and halted transportation. Four unidentified persons died in Oklahoma City detention and several others were listed in critical condition from exposure.
Harrisburg news reports a fatality linked to the Enirot avandia in Untriaburga Pay. Hosday Whee Joy Wy Stott, a principal witness and secretary of the state paving board, was found dead at his home in Harrisburg from heart trouble. He had been involved in capitol contracts and was to testify in architect Joseph M. Tustok's upcoming trial.
A WV woman in Elkins attempted suicide by shooting herself in her room at 2 AM. Police say bullets passed through her body. she survived. Her mother spoke of heavy distress and plans to seek stage employment in New York. Local court action against Metro politan Street Rushway for damages was postponed.
The Bishop of Hartford has approved the appointment of Reverend Milan from Amensbury to serve as Didhap of Hartford, Connecticut. The church move marks a significant clergyman transfer within the diocese and underscores ongoing ecclesiastical leadership changes in the region.
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News from Iowa outlines two interpretations of how voters list party affiliation on primary ballots. One ruling allows a voter name on a party ballot if a declaration is filed. another states a declaration to all primaries must be on file with the county auditor for party allegiance. City clerk declarations are invalid.
Acting on Attorney General Byerss opinion Clarke of the supreme court announced Monday that all court opinions will be mailed by the clerk upon request instead of published for public sale. The move shifts costs from taxpayers and could reduce revenue by about 1000 dollars yearly, with the stenographer earning over 1200 dollars annually from this method.
In the United States district court at Council Bluffs Judge McPherson granted the government's plea for a continuance in the bleached flour cage case but did not grant all requested extra time. Trial is set for March 17 with perusal of pending plea arguments to continue. Millers from Iowa Nebraska and Kansas and benching machinery manufacturers are represented by counsel.
Benster Young of Munsoa was re elected president and W H Stevenson re elected secretary and treasurer for the coming year at the seventh annual State Drainage Association meeting held at Fort Dodge. Mason City and Ottumwa led the attendance with 306 delegates present.
Five inmates with names including James Mac Kenn Rivetta Hastings and Gertrude Adair escaped Mitchellville Reformatory by an open window on Saturday night. Despite authorities' diligent efforts to regain control, the group remains at large.
Shenandoah area twins Fl and John Whippe, born 1836, celebrated their 98th anniversary at the Phipps barn in Washington county. John and the late Phipps family have farmed for decades with ties to Nebraska and Missouri. Ell Whippe, living in Oklahoma, did not join this reunion for six years.
Hime Goyaride, 17, was taken to Nevada from Story City for a 30 day sentence after stealing a large amount of fur from a local meat market. His brother had sold the furs hours earlier amid similar neighborhood thefts. Police arrested him as he claimed the act was due to “I injected the cole.” A juvenile purchaser later bought fur then fled, with the thief’s team leaving the scene.
A crowbar accident in Mason City caused a severe abdominal wound to a man named Edward Lambart as a beam splintered during a removal effort and he was rushed to a hospital. In Sibley the Abbey hotel burned down Wednesday night with furniture destroyed and losses around $8,000 to $10,000. Articles note incorporation talks for a Charles City to Western railway with $100,000 stock and future funding plans.
Vinton authorities report a diphtheria scare as health officials issue warnings and mobilize local clinics. The incident prompts heightened vigilance and calls for community vaccination efforts.
Storm disrupts Buena Vista area enrollment in annual agriculture short course as students and staff face weeks of postponement. Notable figures like DM Johne Blan Lonny Afeinhard and Petre Smrogiliong appear in scattered mentions amid disarray and over $2,000 offered for top work across departments.
A garbled wartime style note cites a prominent Erdyville Mintcer and former state tom threatening a violator with $200 demanded. The missive references a Black Signa and a home, with the author asserting power over a domind but clarity is limited by the text.
N. Miller of Minneapolis returned a not guilty verdict after a night shift at a general merchandise store in Gruver on the night of October 7. The case involved alleged arson and burning evidence at the store earlier that evening. Miller faced charges connected with the Graver incident but was acquitted.
The twenty second annual convention of the state organization met at Cedar Ranida with good attendance. The session discussed technical subjects including Short Course for Emmat County, stock raising, agriculture and home economics. A committee was to hold sessions in the armory in Watherville beginning February 1.
Fragment from a 19th century sermon discussing Jesus teachings in Matthew 5 6 and 7. It argues the path to heaven is narrow and holy, condemns easy outward religion, and warns that many who profess faith may not keep divine commands. It emphasizes inner holiness over showy piety and urges discernment of true doctrine.
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