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Newspaper
Graettinger Times
Location
Graettinger, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 04, 1908
Page
2
A fragmented OCR glimpse mentions bishops and a Methodist context with references to a book fair or concert, but the readable text is incomplete and lacks clear names, dates, or events to anchor a fuller summary.
Stockholders learned the Chicago copper mine venture has collapsed after a six year run with only five cars of ore produced. D B Mackinnon, the main promoter, left Boston for Maine. stockholders consider buying his interest for 150000 dollars as they face losses from overpriced offices, extravagant equipment, and junk prospects. George Lui and Robert M Maher hold key roles in the firm led by L A I. inquiry by a stockholder committee exposes failure to establish the mine’s operations.
The conference report on the currency measure was reported to the house on Wednesday afternoon. A 30 minute tax debate followed on both sides as the bill moved toward a vote around 4 16. After two hours of deliberation the Republican conference member said an agreement was reached on most points with a remaining dispute over the six year time limit set to expire June 30 1914.
A tornado swept near Alva Oklahoma Tuesday night killing three people and damaging several farm houses. The storm's path extended two miles with debris and property loss reported. Several residents, including Ingersoll Oklahoma, suffered damage as emergency crews assessed the scene.
Fragmentary notes describe a trial scene with references to Oakland, California, and named individuals. The text hints at witnesses and a key figure, with unclear actions and dates. The readable portions suggest a legal or testimony context involving local figures and events.
Fragmented OCR indicates discussion of a general conference with bishops and educators. Names listed include Rev. J. Mallson, Rev. De We AL Quayle, Rev. Dr. Charles W. Smith, Rev. Dr. Wilson Lewis, Rev. Dr. Edwin J. Hughes, Rev. Robert McIntyre, and Rev. Frants M. Gristol. Mentions colleges and universities and a reference to the president Mekivey in a late stage of the conversation.
Naval gunnery experiments in Florida test armor plates and torpedo defenses aboard Morris and other vessels. Volunteers from the fleet participate as Commander Quilby leads trials to assess the ability of armor and ship structures to withstand heavy fire and torpedo damage under wartime simulations.
After four years of chase by the Nighthawk society and US marshals in the Gheraken hills near Muskogee Oklahoma, two Wyelifte brothers Tom and James surrender at Tohleguoh Cherokee County. They admit guilt and agree to restitution and release under a state court. Father Utte Wyelifin reportedly killed in a prior clash. An automobile dispatch from Nikolmk Tusala notes a New York to Paris chase by an American crew, ending with a forced retreat near a swamp return to the village.
Report from a chaotic gathering near Brimaon describes Athletic Committee deliberations on abolishing certain sports while elections and a fatal boating accident are referenced. Witnesses include King, Coutley, and Lolaengsen. details mix into unclear notes from the event.
A stray dog outbreak near the city led Veterinarian J. W. Griffith to declare rabies in several animals. All dogs must be muzzled or chained until March 1, and a quarantine order may be revoked only by new notice. An attack by a Cedar Rapids dog caused many bites and over 700 dollars in damages.
Lisle Bergeron asks court to modify alimony awarded in December 1906 divorce from Margeran. Judge Mouldyer heard the case as Bergeron argues he cannot pay the weekly 37 59 allowance after remarriage and income decrease. He offers to provide clothing and medicine and to keep custody, while the former wife maintains support for the child until adulthood.
A sensational report from Mikiinrl Ind notes the arrest of Trey Salm mon Ll Gingerleh a Mennonite college protestor in Goshen Tl and home tensions in Town City as parents are pressed to reveal a deep ing Tom. The clergyman left Ebelart church after a powerfully versatiable sermon to visit Martin Ludwis home peeced through a window where Wonk was dia and Gingerich has admitted the wit. He is relieved to suffer from to minerary mennbty and remains under question over possible criminal prosecution.
A severe storm at Marshalltown sparked a lightning fire at Benedict & Hrieball’s dry goods store and a nearby lane yard, with several bales and barrels ablaze. The blaze was contained quickly and insured. No fatalities. minor injuries reported to a local worker. Des Moines River levels rose due to weekend rains, threatening lowland farms as waters receded and again swelled.
The Legan court reduced damages in the Chapman fire death case involving Mrs Lee Chapman and her three children caused by negligence at Viagah department store. The judge cut the jury award to cover loss of wife's services and care, loss of support from three children, and injury-related costs, totaling 31,087.80. Chapman consented to the reduction to avoid a third trial.
A 1 year old wife of Floyd Saucer drowned after walking into the Akcolas river four miles north of Obkutoosa Saturday night. A pet dog attempted to intervene and plunged in, attracting attention with barking but could not save the woman. A bottle of unknown substance was found in a jacket pocket.
The committee on public bulking restored a preoperation of 10000 for a new Bathoryifla post office and recommended Shenandoah appropriations of 40000 to 60000. Other city building funding was approved including increases for Davenport and Carroll Mutts.
A fragmented report describes a traveling mob’s association in Waterloo organizing a Travelers Congress of Town to urge legislation for the benefit of travelers. It notes the creation of an office of hotel within a partur and advocates public access to travel services.
Harrison county supporter runs for nomination on republican ticket for judge in the fifteenth district. Attorney Thomas Arthur named as counsel to proceed judge May. Arthur has practiced many years in Logan after graduating from the law department in 1880.
Fragmented report describes a defunct town association in Atatospry Engineere adjournment at Mason City after rejecting Cedar Rapide for a convention. mentions Mapleton, Gloux City, and a promissory case. Several garbled names and places render exact details uncertain. core event appears to be a meeting adjournment with discussion of future gathering and related local incidents.
In a mixed Chicago industrial roundup the article notes slow overall recovery with confidence inching forward. Production in textiles footwear wool and woolworking shows modest gains while foundries and lifework items stay steady. The report cites $227,490,192 in clearings, down 0.7 percent from 1907, and lists weekly changes across several sectors.
The Kadatreet Commercial Report notes mixed conditions in the wool trade and foundation markets with overall activity subdued beyond the artial. Wholesale trade shows some strength in dry goods and fall linen while retail activity improves in certain regions. New York Chicago and St Louis report large shipments of woven goods to warehouses, and weekly business failures decline in the United States to 2, potentially signaling shifting demand.
A dense OCR sourced market summary lists prices for cattle hogs sheep and various grains across cities like Detroit, Milwaukee, and New York. Figures show No 2 and other grade weights for wheat corn oats rye and eggs with ranges from small cents to several dollars, reflecting wide regional price spreads.
Fragmented OCR notes describe farmers, expositions, and regional plans across Illinois Iowa and Louisiana. Mentions cotton associations, national fairs, and various names and places, with many garbled phrases and unclear dates.
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