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Newspaper
Graettinger Times
Location
Graettinger, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 24, 1924
Page
4
Teheran Maj Robert Imbrie United States vice consul was brutal ly murdered and Merlin Seymour an American detained at the consulate for alleged misconduct beaten severely by an excited mob as they tried to flee. Police fought to protect them, many officers hurt. Imbrie died at 1 pm.
Washington reports the 112,078,011 population as of July 1 with eleven cities now over 100,000. Chicago reaches 2,930,005 and New York 1,015,504, altering rankings among several large cities. New Orleans, Cincinnati, Rochester, Jersey City, St. Paul, and Providence shifts noted.
Mia Elizabeth T. Stanley, president of the Indiana W C T U, told a conference that rich women are among the meanest bootleggers in America and that female officers are needed to catch women bootleggers. She argued that lawmen are thwarted by smart women and urged women officers to arrest them.
Ottawa reports a large rise in Canadian wheat exports to the United States for the nine months ending June totaling 20 423 806 bushels, up from 121 107 801 bushels two years ago. Farm exports to the U S valued at 55 859 420 dollars, a gain of 42 220 088.
Washington reports a revised world wheat crop of 286 million bushels, up from 280.9 million, reflecting eleven northern hemisphere countries that grow 64 percent of the world’s total. Forecasts show 1.078 billion bushels for these nations, aligning with last year’s totals and a strong year ahead.
Corning & Co a Peoria wholesale liquor dealer group dissolves with four million assets to be divided among 17 stockholders. About 4 185 272 in assets to be distributed mainly in cash and Liberty bonds valued at 61 45 600 and 2 085 772. No further assets remain to be divided, according to officials.
Harold C Jones, noted figure at Inland Steel, has died in Chicago from pneumonia. Funeral arrangements pending as colleagues recall his decades of service at Mid-West Forging and Inland Steel.
In a fractured chamber a senator retreats from a prior stance amid public pressure. Supporters of the reform face opposition from rival factions as debates continue into the evening.
Washington reports the acting Secretary of the Treasury says the 1925 surplus could reach 50 million dollars, double the earlier estimate, with a total potential surplus of 118 million when combining further figures. He urges the board to expeditiously handle disputes to avoid delaying receipts from back taxes.
A severe electrical storm in St. Louis, Missouri, caused extensive damage estimated around $200,000 to $260,000. The storm disabled about 16,000 telephone lines and 20,000 electric light connections while wind destroyed thousands of trees. No deaths were reported.
The War department announced a suspension of further army enlistments. Regular army strength stood at 128,795, surpassing the total authorized by Congress, while appropriations for the new fiscal year allow an average strength of 118,750.
Cleveland, Ohio declared a smallpox war as 10,000 residents were vaccinated under the direction of Health Commissioner Larry Rockwood. A phalanx of physicians and nurses carried out the drive in Wenlland and Central avenues amid quarantine and protective coverings.
Miss Mara Perrein, 42, a teller in the loan department of a downtown Cleveland bank, is charged with embezzling about $10,000. She admits the charge and cites stock market losses as the cause of her alleged actions.
Berlin reports 71 German firms failed in a single day, the highest in history. Throughout June an average of 26 failures per day occurred, with the total nearing 2,000 since January 1 as the crisis deepens.
Three children, Lindsay Barbay aged 9 Amy Barber 14 and Cornetla Barber 6 died in a fire that destroyed their home at Cowl Giovea. Neighbors report a blaze swept through the Mer residence early this morning. Authorities are investigating the cause.
A report from Washington describes a government clash with profits alleged to hike food prices. Officials accuse speculators of price manipulation amid a broader push to control essential commodities during a period of economic strain.
The article reports a dramatic rise in grain prices and farm wealth, with U S price gains in corn and wheat, and wheat futures surging in Chicago and Winnipeg. It notes foreign buyers purchasing large wheat futures, a strong revival in the grain trade, and widespread optimism despite rains in seedbed regions.
A large U S submarine was launched at the mivy yard in fortarjouth Nova Scotia described as twice as large as previous subs. The vessel measures about feet long with a beam of 27 feet 8% inches, speeds of 27 knots submerged and 0 knots surfaced, and a surface displacement around 2,104 tons. It will carry seven officers and eighty crew, and is touted as self supporting in port without mother ships.
In Asheville North Carolina Mrs Samuel McLeary reports a missing army officer sued on July 2 by Mortier L King of Canton and a companion. King confessed to federal and local officials. motive cited robbery. After the pair were taken in a car to be given a lift they shot him, King a deserter from both the United States Army and the Marine Corps.
Berlin socialite Countess von Mechler Tenbberg, once famed as Puss! Uhl, died by suicide amid ongoing criminal proceedings that had occupied her for four years.
A canoe capsized two miles from Middle Ground Light in the sound near Bridgeport as seven children vanished. The overturned craft and later recovered canoe were identified as belonging to George W. Mills who reported the incident. no trace of the children was found.
Senator Burton K. Wheeler of Montana was selected as the Independent view president candidate with Senator Robert M. La Follette of Wisconsin, the insurgent Republican, in the evolving 1930s political lineup.
Mrs Frances Martford files for separation in Supreme Court against her husband John A Hartford president of the Great Atlantic Pacific Tea Company citing abandonment and seeking divorce.
German express train will be equipped with radio telephone and telegraph apparatus for sending and receiving messages en route and for reception of concerts.
Washington reports weekly government market quotations across commodities and farm products. Prices cover live stock, meats, fruits, vegetables, grains, and dairy, listing ranges for hogs, beef, veal, corn, wheat, oats, timothy, cantaloupes, watermelons, potatoes, and butter among regional markets and price points.
Yale University boat team defeats Canada and Great Britain in a tight Olympic regatta. The United States eight powers to victory by a length and a half, with Canada and Britain close behind.
In federal court here Edward Brennan of Uipton Cedar county Town filed for bankruptcy of Cedar Giaplds with liabilities listed at $333,240 and assets at $16,500. The petition cites total liabilities around $883,240 and notes scheduled exactions and sham lands as causes of failure. assets valued at $16,500.
The American world flyers receive numerous honors including the French Legion of Honor and the Bell Lah flying ero, with many Chinese and Japanese medals yet to be accepted awaiting consent from the Wit departiovar.
Maj Daniel Sullivan head of the police department told the city commissioners that Washington saw 13 955 arrests last year for prohibition violations. The figure shows a rise from the prior year with no detail on locations or methods.
An explosion and subsequent fire at a store and apartment building in Kania City, Missouri, killed nine people and left several others injured. Authorities report multiple fatalities among victims and nearby residents, with a number of injuries and a tragic loss of life across the scene.
A new Revenue Review Board is created to examine work signals for the tax system. The board, established by the revenue division, will assess issues before routing them to the broader farmer body for action.
Prohibition agents raid the fashionable Root Garden Hotel prompting warrants against New York officials involved. Officers pursued leads tied to the hotel’s key personnel amid the investigation into illicit activities and enforcement of liquor laws.
Graveling of Urlit Kanawha road progresses with contracts for thirty one miles. Palo Alto county begins eight and a half mile graveling on North Third Avenue. Lake City council active in law enforcement dispute. Dubuque man wrangles alligator, taking it home. State University cited among top U S institutions. Missouri Valley and Minnesota discuss Cedar River pollution. State parks option near Hawarten considered. Various local notes include tax refunds, agricultural forecasts, and Christmas drive for soldiers in Hawaii.
For 40 years Dr. Carey a physician touts Marshroot Prescription TTT as the best medicine for kidneys urging readers to ask a druggist for it. Available in liquid and tablet forms at 75 cents, questions are directed to Carey Medical Laboratories in Wimirn New Jersey.
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