Haywood Walks Free After Idaho Murder Trial
The Wm D Haywood conspiracy trial in Boise ends at dawn with a not guilty verdict after a 21 hour jury deliberation. The decision is seen by many as a victory for organized labor and prompts continued prosecution of other figures in the Steunenberg case.
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Wm. D. Haywood
Boise
Idaho
Frank Steunenberg
Haywood
Wood
Orchard
Steunenberg
Cias
Hay
A Bedford Firm Shines in Granite and Marble Works
The Iowa and Missouri Granit and Marble Co. stands as the county seat’s premier concern, boasting the largest complete works in the region. Its cutting methods with compressed air impress visitors, and its products receive universal satisfaction for beauty and endurance. Recent installations in Gravity cemeteries include Venit tablet and Jon double.
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Iowa and Missouri Granit & Marble Co
His Record and Senate Service Scrutinized
Dan Turner, a senator from the Adams Taylor district and Adams county resident, is urged to run for lieutenant governor before adjournment. A Spanish American War veteran with a long mercantile career, his four years in the state senate include bills on a 2 cent fare and anti pass measures that became law. Joiner and Leader report.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dan Turner
Adams-Taylor
Adams County
I Senate
Register and Leader
Weaver's broad reading of primary law sparks mayoral talk
In Marshaltown Gen. Weaver argues the primary law means the top vote getter in June represents the majority, suggesting Cummins and Allison as Republican contenders may split votes, letting a sole Democratic candidate win. Republicans mostly dismiss the claim as unlikely.
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Marshaltown
Seemes Publican
Congress of the United States
General Weaver
Cummins
Allison
Weaver
Queen of Spain Names Her Baby with Many Fancy Names
The passage notes that the Queen would not call her baby by his twelve baptismal names. It suggests she would instead use a short, affectionate nickname such as Oo t Oasis wootsie darling, rather than pronouncing the long list.
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Spain
Antonio Venancio
Bedford optician offers fitted glasses for difficult cases
Joseph Pieringor, an optician in Bedford, advertises satisfactory fitted glasses with a focus on difficult cases and invites inquiries for service.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bedford
Joseph
Pieringor Optician
Murder and conspiracy alleged in North Omaha bank murder case
Lenox Time-Table reports a sensational North Omaha murder case. Basil Mullen and two companions allegedly killed a Chinaman, sought treasure, then fled to Chicago and St. Louis before returning. arrests in St. Louis and implicated accomplices, with Basil denying sole guilt.
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Basil Mullen
Lenox
Omaha
Marshal Shoemaker
Simmer
John Woods
Basil
China
Chicago
Rock Island
St. Louis
Mullen
S& Joe
The
Chinaman
Japan bean milk substitute to enter English market
A bean milk substitute from Japan will soon appear in England. Beans are boiled then pressed to extract juice which resembles cow's milk in appearance and taste. Sugar and phosphates of potash are added to prevent albumen formation, enabling a cheaper production than cow’s milk. What might Japan introduce next.
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Japan
Old and New Rate in Interstate Travel
The two cent interstate railway rate, now in effect, saves substantial sums for frequent travelers. Many who have not yet used the reduced rates may hesitate or misinterpret the new prices for journeys to connecting points, especially with gravity implied in the travel network.
Woodman Picnic for Gravity Camp in City Park
Gravity Modern Woodmen of America will hold its annual picnic in the city park on Wednesday August 28. An estimated 1000 to 1500 visiting Woodmen are expected. A band, team drills, log rolling, tug of war, speeches by prominent Woodmen and other amusements will fill the program. Remember the date and spread the word.
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Gravity
Woodmen of
America
Editor's sharp take on dogs bears and women
Editor Franklin of the Iowa State Register and Farmer derides women who fondle dogs and teddy bears, noting the same woman appears and questioning why some prefer pets to children, implying a degradation of humanity. The column mocks this obsession without naming individuals.
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Franklin
Iowa State Register and Farmer
Nodaway Base Ball Tournament Plans In Nodaway
Nodaway Valley News reports officers Conway Orr and Adkins organizing a baseball tournament with three teams Willisea Corning and the home team plus a fourth expected. Stock nearly sold and farm work winding down should boost attendance as families enjoy the national game when well played.
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Nodaway
Messrs
Conway
Orr
Adkins
Willisea
Corning
Association
Nodaway Valley
Van Houten Joins New Times as Temporary Editor
Hon Geo Van Houten assumes editorial duties at the Lenox New Times. He fills the role temporarily while the regular editor takes a few weeks vacation in the east.
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Geo. van Houten
The
New Times
Lenox
East
Stray notice for 300lb black sow from Irwin yard
A black sow about 300 pounds strayed from Geo Irwin's slaughter yard. Return or information may be left at Irwin's butcher shop or with the issuing office.
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Geo. Irwin
Irwin
Farms and town property listed with W. W. Clark
A local notice invites inquiries to list farms and town property with W. W. Clark, located two doors north of the post office. The notice emphasizes expert handling of land sales and property listings in the area.
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W. W. Clark
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Pumphrey
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Clearfield
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Woodman Picnic
Glorinda Chautauqua
Noth
Frederick Warde
Peare
the Janes
J. Frank Hanley
Indiana
William Jennings Bryan
Anna H. Shaw
Frank Bristol
Bob Leeds
Dr. Lloyd
Paul M. Pearson
Leon H. Vincent
Lulu Tyler Gates
Dixie Jubilee Singers
Chicago Glee Club
Clarinda Chautauqua
A. B. Clark
WM. Orr
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