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Newspaper
Graettinger Times
Location
Graettinger, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 25, 1909
Page
2
Local report notes Giroius halts warlike group while Pot bate d and crowd permits the circus carrier to reach town. Citizens observe a cautious, orderly procession as events unfold with no incidents reported.
An express train plowed into a waiting group near a Montreal station, killing and injuring several, including Mrs. WT Be Nixon and her son. A granite pillar collapse caused by the crash disrupted the rotunda. Fireman Craig and Ayling survived with injuries. Investigators cite a brake failure and excessive train speed as factors.
Legislature considers Campbell proposal to tax men over 30 who have not proposed marriage. Collected funds would aid unmarried women deemed deserving, with exemptions for bachelors and widowers who show reasonable efforts to wed. Proposal requires three proposals to three different women or three proposals to one woman.
An official note describes a 600 foot high wireless telegraph tower proposed by the government. It may be erected near Annapolis or a District of Columbia location, with Washington considered, to avoid detracting from the capital’s skyline.
A garbled Nevada gambling report hints at a crackdown effort as officials fear escalating losses and illegal betting networks. The fragment mentions Nevada and gambling activity with uncertain details about dates or actions.
In Marshalltown district court Judge J. M. Parker sustained a demurrer for Town Central Railway Co in the case against H. J. Reidel of Albion Ta. The ruling holds the railroad may collect the full published rate of 29 cents per hundred for three carloads of sheep from South St. Paul to Albion via Mason City Junction and the Iowa Central. Reidel had paid 19 cents per hundred under a prior contract with the originating line and refused to pay the 10 cent difference.
Burlington officials believe a smooth gang of con men led by Doc Hamilton, aka Wyatt, plotted a robbery near Golenburg last Thursday night. W T Bennett, a former Hot Springs hotelkeeper, was robbed of money and diamonds after the gang, arriving in Burlington Tuesday, discussed repeating tactics used by the Cornell Bluffs group led by Maybroy.
ILM’s New York cinema firm considers Sioux City as a site for a western film factory employing about 200 people. If last week’s Sioux City footage is approved, two comedy films will be shot locally showcasing historical, educational, comedy and dramatic scenes. The decision hinges on atmospheric conditions and potential site viability due to clean water and lack of smoke.
Supreme Court upholds lower court ruling granting Miss MeiKenzie 88000 for alleged kisses and caresses. Judge Sherwin writes the decision. Winifred Mcfenable of Hampton to receive 12 per week for thirteen years of alleged courtship amid extended damages. details describe a controversial ages and relationships.
Court reporters in Iowa expect a pay raise as a senate bill for higher daily wages advances. The measure would raise regular court reporting pay from six to eight dollars per day with a one thousand dollar yearly guaranteed minimum and lift transcript fees from six to eight cents per page. Opposition may arise in the house where the compensation committee is not favorable to the bill.
Candidate for mayor Dr A A Noyes 86 years old announces his bid on a platform of equality for all persons. The field includes A F F Shotts P F A Kirshman W L Nutting J S Mott and Dr Noyes. A democratic caucus is called and a Democrat may run as well.
Supreme Court handed down decisions on several cases Thursday. Reversals and affirmations cover State of Town ex rel Mullan versus Syndicate and Company Polk, Scurlock versus City of Boone, and other appellants with terms like Lieuwen Kilne and Independent School District noted with mixed outcomes and a supplemental opinion.
A jury returned a verdict of acquittal for Ernest Green of Sibley after a seven hour deliberation. The defendant, aged 17, faced charges related to the December incident. County Attorney Garberson led the prosecution, with R. M. appearing for the defense. The case centered on a self defense claim as the key ground for acquittal.
Port Dodge wrestling feature sees Lawrence Perigue nephew of Goteb dominate Leroy Bilings two straight falls in 7 and 23 minutes. Thompson loss in Sioux City prompts Perigue to chase a middleweight championship across Iowa Nebraska and the Dakotas. Dentists meet in Creston with a two day Southwestern Iowa Dental association convention. Knights of Columbus denounce shamrock symbolism as insult to Irish and all creeds. Clergy changes noted as G M Pike named trainmaster. Clinton division reassignments. Dedication planned for St Joseph’s Mercy hospital in Port Dodge with Rt Rev Garrigan delivering address. A serious accident claims Clyde Baldridge and bride. Roy H Gregory dies after theater railing fall. Martin Hilson commits suicide in Clear Lake aftermath.
A House bill proposes an inheritance tax of 6 percent on collaterals over 500 dollars and direct inheritances at 2 percent up to 100 thousand, 2 percent to 500 thousand, and 8 percent beyond. It also outlines tariff revisions raising revenue, cutting duties on some goods, and adjusting sugar and refined sugar duties. The measure includes Philippine trade provisions and treasury certificate issuance up to 250 million dollars.
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