Eternal Triangle At Burlington Claims Three More Victims
In Burlington Iowa a sensational murder case centers on 89 year old widow Catherine Shurtz and her 20 year old lover George Spees. Spees confessed to killing farmer John V Shurtz in his bed near Burlington on Sept 12. The widow denies involvement while authorities pursue Spees and question a tainted love triangle.
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John V. Shurtz
Des Moines
Spees
Quebec Has No Liquor Problem Says Broker
Joe Elder of New York reports from Quebec that government control eliminates liquor problems. Public rooms serve beer and ale, cafes offer beer wine with meals, and government stores sell select spirits. Prices for Scotch are $4.40 per fifth, boosting provincial revenue as highways and municipal projects expand.
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Quebec Virtue Advocates Peaceful Prosperity Commentary
Mr Elder praised Quebec for order and progress while touring Dubuque. The piece contrasts alleged absence of crime, bootlegged poisons, and labor strife with claims of a peaceful province and favorable scenery and advantages observed during his stay.
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Morning alarm sparked by Mrs Shurtz in fatal discovery
In the morning Mrs Shurtz raised the alarm to neighbors after her son found his father’s body. The son reported the discovery to his mother who, according to Spees, was already aware of the crime.
Ames Peddler Licensing Hikes Costs for Vendors
Ames voters face an ordinance that raises enter license fees to 7.50 for day one and 2 per day after, plus 2 for health clearance and 2 for perishables inspection, plus 1 for police moral character check. Total up to 12.50 before selling goods.
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Ames
Iowa City
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Peddler
Farmer Accused Of Stealing Corn Fattened Hogs
Farmer Guy Simington of Langdon area faced a grand jury on larceny in the night time after waiving hearing. He admitted stealing two 560 pound logs from Ralph Hoffman’s farm last Friday. Officers suspect a second man, Morningstar of Dickens, aided the theft. Simington bonded at 300 dollars. he vanished briefly before being found asleep in a car. The hogs were recovered by Hoffman under a writ of replevin. hearing set for Saturday.
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Clay County Grand Jury
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Spencer News-Herald
Recrudescence Of Abnormally The Flapper Appearance
A Milwaukee Sentinel note reports a revival of the flapper look in London, describing a figure distinguished by sandals, a bright scarf replacing a belt, a long cigarette holder, and a bright blue or purple hat as a fashion outcry for the era. The remark ponders whether the trend concerns the Genoa conference or humane society.
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