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Newspaper
Hull Index
Location
Hull, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 17, 1911
Page
6
The column surveys Roebling aviator wire and cord for aircraft, public washhouse ideas, royal finances in Portugal, a women’s university fellowship, and misdated items on theatre and transit. It mixes social commentary with technical notes and assorted gossip.
Wil OConnor once hailed as army boxing champion from Brooklyn and Jamestown came to Fort Dodge to promote an athletic club but his plan to wed Catherine Campbell was halted when his wife appeared. OConnor, known to Des Moines officers and stationed at Fort Leavenworth, hid marital ties. his wife remained hospitalized after the scene.
Primghar Iowa February 14 Henry O'Brien aged 70 files for divorce from his 60 year old wife Mrs O'Brien alleging years of assaults with a club hammer and rock and threats to kill him hotel barn sleeping to avoid injury claims the episodes have persisted for two decades.
A local W C presented a facsimile of Lincoln s 1864 letter to Mrs Bixby to Dunlap High School. Rev Gardner spoke, with response by Professor Sealey. The copy is from the W R C and linked to volunteers in Lincoln s era. Also noted: Mexican War veteran James Hart died near Danbury at 82.
Supreme Court decisions were handed down today affirming decisions in several cases including Chicago Burlington and Quines Tinibaga and Sioux City. A former police officer was wounded in a fight and a suspect was under arrest as details emerged from the incident. Professor Stern from Ames was announced to speak in Lake City on agricultural topics and food production. Plans to unseat Haugen were described as underway with attorneys pushing various cases across districts.
A court case involving a street car wreck near Dyers Lone yields a settlement of 3008 dollars. The proceeding names Maryv and Bernard as key parties and references evidence tied to the accident stake.
In Des Moines Iowa on February 13 Warren Garst emerged as the preferred candidate after A B Funk withdrew for the second time from the senatorial race. Funk supporters aimed to back Garst and consolidate factions as debates continue.
The House debates a bulk sales bill amid creditor notices and factory concerns. Senators discuss amendments, funding for a laboratory, pensions, and new measures affecting land titles, safety, and taxation.
A basement blaze at Toslyn's general store in Prairieburg Iowa wiped out much of the business district. The Joselynd store, Prairieburg hotel, Honald store, and Bank of Prairieburg were damaged. total loss about $35,000. Fire traced to overheated furnace. limited protection allowed the fire to burn out.
Joseph Taftree, Marshalltown, aged 101, is described as the oldest Elk in the world and remains active in business. He personally saws and splits wood for his office heating and continues his daily work. his 101st birthday celebration follows a 100th anniversary initiation into Marshall lodge No. 312.
In Council Bluffs Iowa investors sell most stock of the Independent Telephone Co. to unknown buyers. Local merchants question Mor eau linked purchase while officials offer no confirmation. Plant serves about 4 000 subscribers. stock transfer details remain unrevealed.
Emmet County notes honor Mrs. Elizabeth Takilejha of Wisbharville aged well over a century with a birthday celebration at her granddaughter Ave. GW. Small’s home. Born February 12 1740 in Ayr Scotland her age is signaled mainly by vision slight dimness yet she remains active in reading. Nearby items include a drowning scare involving Helen King’s daughter saved by playmates and a Fort Dodge bed discovery of Mrs. Matt Kinel. The Cherokee man Haband AL Kreger receives a promotion to first lieutenant and awaits Senate action.
Hawarden Iowa reports the Partners' Institute held this week drew a large crowd and the most exhibits ever seen in Sioux County. Officers elected include President T. Tannery and Secretary T. Venard with executive committee members Hawkins Klein Abbey and F. L. Pu. The fifth member is to be chosen later.
In Des Moines a joint assembly hears Hoyt break with Safe Young to back Edmunds and warn of strain in the alliance. Kenyon gains votes from Netherds, while Sammis gains three backers as progressives form a committee to seek a settlement and possible conference tonight to elect a candidate or bring a new rival into the race.
A legislative discussion favors sending women to charitable institutions for reform rather than jail. Debate centers on supervision by the board of control, work requirements, and jurisdiction. lawmakers criticize current reformatories and consider extending the reform approach to different ages and facilities. The House approves local authority to file street name changes. related measures on culverts, bridges, and other reforms proceed.
Unconfirmed report states the Eva Goodwin, a nine crewed fishing schooner from Talands, has disappeared after leaving port three weeks ago. A missing vessel bulletin says the schooner was sighted near Bay of Islands and later reported at Gay of Ysangs before vanishing again.
Philadelphia reports the death of Most Rev Patrick Joan Ryan D D LL D archbishop of Philadelphia and metropolitan of Pennsylvania at 4 09 p m Saturday after a long illness. Born in Thurles Ireland February 20 1847 he served as a leading Catholic figure noted for pulpit eloquence and city involvement including efforts for Native Americans and education.
Orange California February report outlines a sensational complaint as Hazel Holden resigns from the exchange board amid claims of improper conduct by I. K. Watson. The advertisement alleges coercion and matrimonial entanglements used to secure operator positions, with Watson accusing married women and spinsters of being employed through the exchanges.
Toorian Peli Bremier Asuvith announced in the commons today that the government will introduce the veto bill next Monday. John W. Galland the Scottish Upperal whip said he was compiling a set of men who now eat peerages to push the veto through if conservative peers resist in the upper chamber.
The Western League announces the 10th baseball season start on April 2 with St Joseph and other cities on the opener list. A four trip heatise replaces the prior three trip format as the committee drafts the schedule for the year.
The Iowa Admen announce formation of a state association for advertising men. Delegates from major agencies gather but no business session held. A banquet at the Savery Hotel will feature remarks by national leaders including Dobbs of Atlanta Nesbit Chicago and Graves of Boston.
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