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Newspaper
Hull Index
Location
Hull, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 06, 1903
Page
3
The Hull Index announces a new weekly column published every Friday at Hall in the city. Will Tambplin, Haltox and Prop's are credited for the publication setup and distribution.
Special reports describe a major winter storm sweeping a broad region. Heavy snow and high winds blocked streets and disrupted transport from Omaha to Des Moines and Chicago, with widespread power and telephone outages and temperatures plunging to far below freezing.
A blaze at the Schwab Stamp and Seal Company plant in Milwaukee released nitric acid fumes killing four firemen and injuring several others. The dead are Foley, Andrews White, Hogan, and Diner with captains and lieutenant among the injured in critical or serious condition. Several more firefighters reported serious illness as they battled the high danger fire.
A conflict near Minach's camp escalated as cattlemen and sheepmen attacked with dynamite and gunfire. Wagons burned, horses fled, and tents were toppled as both sides dug in, with fears of further bloodshed and renewed hostilities in the western plains.
A heavy rainstorm drummed through Louisville Kentucky with gusts and high velocity, tripping electric lines and fusing the dynamo at a telegraph plant. The clash of utility currents disrupted streetcar traffic and cut power to several plants overnight.
A Wednesday morning blaze at the Lion general merchandise store in Oklahoma City destroys the building and stock with estimated losses of 250000 and insurance covering about a third. A second fire on Broadway adds further damage as fire crews from Blons and Guthrie respond. chaos lingered before gain of control.
Local notices indicate GAL TE activities entering final stages in San P with calendar events and preparations tied to May. Officials urge participation and confirm venue details and schedules.
Redmond M. T. released after six months imprisonment for a perceived breach of good behavior linked to a suspected sedition speech in Westford. He maintained his innocence, blaming government confinement and calling for Dublin Castle’s removal to achieve lasting peace in Ireland. Separately, Albert Jordan and Helen Jordan faced a preliminary murder hearing in Topeka. They posted 150,000 cash bond and fear lynching as concerns over the death of their 40 year old nephew arise.
A blaze at Terwilliger Dwight's grain elevator in Jefferson destroyed 7000 bushels of wheat and 2000 bushels of corn. Firemen could do little to halt the flames as neighbors faced spread to adjacent buildings. The cause remains unknown and insurance details are unclear.
A Washington Special reports Bowen refuses the 2 20 and 10 percent division in the Allied note. Venezuela seeks Hague arbitration on preferential treatment while blockade remains until negotiators reach agreement. The note criticizes coercive methods and emphasizes civilized rights.
A Chicago dispatch reports a wreck on the Hundla Central stock train line near Cloterdaje in fog. Two dead include Marcus and Jackson residents. several injured listed with names from Iowa and Illinois. The dead and injured were moved to Chicago by special train. fire caused by wreck damaged five cars.
A blaze started by an exploding transformer at the Niagara Arts Power and Conduit Company power house Thursday night destroyed thousands of dollars in machinery. Officials cannot yet estimate the damage but warn the fire could cripple power supply to Niagara Falls, Buffalo, Lockport and Penawandas.
A Tangier report details Sultan’s stubborn victory over La Hania’s rebels, aided by a key defection from the Reni Ourein tribe. Imperial troops pursue remnants as Bu Wamars faces potential capture. King Falwara, ill with influenza, makes slow progress toward Windsor with a postponed visit to the Devonshires.
In Dayton an early morning postoffice robbery left the interior wrecked. Police report two safe crackers blew the safe, shots fired, and most funds left in the bank the night prior by Postmistress Kate C Warner. Suspects fled on foot toward the country as deputies close in.
Des Moines special reports a clash between builders of the Des Moines interurban line and Colfax citizens. Workmen reopened tracklaning despite opposition. the fire department intervened to drive them from the streets. Jasper County sheriff and road officers prepared for legal action.
Ne and Mrs Jonathan Marner of Sharon Township marked fifty years of marriage with their children and grandchildren present. The Marner family, longtime Johnayu County residents, have been active in community life since moving to the area in 186? and are noted for their public service and steady influence.
An unidentified group assaulted Mise Anya Neladl on Wednesday night in Des Moines while attempting robbery. The victim was struck, dragged, and left in the street before crawling to a house to seek help. She later recovered and returned home.
A married farm hand named Williem John from Neligh Nebraska eloped with Cathrena Candren, the daughter of Frederick Candren. They traveled to a yet unclear location after sending his wife to Carthage Missouri. The couple left Thursday and have not returned as police investigate the case.
The Des Moines special reports the State Supreme Court for the first time holds safety couplers are not required on engines. The Cedar Rapids damages case reversed a lower ruling, indicating the legislature intended couplers for cogites and cars. Also notes Stratford looting rumors and brief obits.
Mr Hare, an heir to Osiak States, discusses a strange will that sets property to the treasury for 90 years before paying heirs. He notes rumors of a windfall possibly around 23 million dollars though no definite amount has been confirmed.
The funeral of Congressman Rumple, who died of cancer in a Chicago hospital, drew wide attendance in Marengo. Services were held Tuesday at 1 30 pm with Masonic rites led by Grand Master Gardner. Citywide mourning closed schools and businesses.
In Keokuk, about 350 students at Meokuk Medical College overwhelmed armed police and guards during an alleged disturbance on a Monday night. The crowd reportedly displayed revolvers held by officers. a graveyard scene on Maile Street and a watchman during a store alarm are noted. Prof. Cozad faced severe fright amid the chaos.
A U.S. Supreme Court decision held state banking laws do not apply to national banks. Easton, president of a national bank in Def torah, was sentenced to five years for accepting a $100 deposit while insolvent. Justice Shiras delivered the ruling.
Iowa ruling written by Justice Weaver sustains Judge Burnham and rejects original package defenses. Court finds cigarette makers did not sell original packages in Iowa and dismisses challenges to the tax law's passage and uniform operation. Muscatine notes Conway jury verdict morphine self-poisoning death of Mart Woods after prison term.
Mike Vines a Rock Island brakeman from Cadur Rapids was killed Monday morning when he fell from a moving car while turning the brake wheel. The crash severely injured him as the car struck him.
The article surveys General Nord, a former political figure tied to Caribbean and African affairs, and notes his recent oath as president of the Tartian republic. It mentions his origins near Cape Hartien, his long political saga, and his wife’s strong influence before her death. Also covered are Rev Randall Davidson’s arcbishopric talks, Oberlin College president elect Heery Chatohill Kiang, and novelist Mary Hartwell Catherwood's Chicago death after a long illness. Catherwood was born in Loray Ohio in 1847 and lost both parents early.
Commissioner Jones reports the federal outlay on Indians from founding through 1800 totals 845 275 296 for subduing and 210 000 000 for educating their children. He condemns the system as de moralizing and notes progress toward self reliance and work among wards. He cites drop in enrollment and employment gains as a result of policy change. The order to end long hair and other customs is viewed cautiously by agency reports.
Fragmentary OCR notes indicate a death event for Farid 3 in Timealia Neb with unclear surrounding details and potential names like Fox and Sura. Further readable data is insufficient to confirm full context or affiliations.
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