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Newspaper
Hull Index
Location
Hull, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 04, 1913
Page
6
The article recounts feats such as a Montenegrin ascent over a mountain pass, a ship’s century record, and a remarkable round of cultural notes from Europe and America. It covers travel feats, laws on horse drawn carriages, and various intriguing anecdotes from 19th century life.
The new Chapter IT of the session laws, effective July 4, tightens control on securities sales by requiring dealer licenses. It also bans banks from dealing in securities not legally authorized, with penalties and regulatory provisions extending to state and savings banks and related entities.
The article reports Hartan Iowa residents and detectives locating suspects in a robbery case involving a Sunday school teacher. Authorities allege the suspect carried out a December theft, with the investigation tying to a Shelby area arrest and related gun and rifle findings.
Reports describe two young men pursuing women in the South ward when a beast attacked one. Bystanders witnessed the creature being forced from the scene as authorities consider an agreement on liquor shipments and related court hearings.
Wort Dodge Iowa reports deputy McParland shot prank Lambert during a resisted arrest Saturday night. Lambert, with George Hall, lay in Mercy hospital in critical condition. McParland fired as Lambert reportedly reached for a pistol. Red Robinson later tied to Rockwell City jailbreakers. Burglars’ tools were found on the suspects.
In July 1 reports from Weert Liberty Iowa buyers paid high prices for farms. Horace Gawker paid 190 dollars an acre for 101 acres of Norman Oyler and Oyler paid 190 dollars for 40 acres of Charles Mackey near Bowne. Rudolph Schiele bought Frank Hormel’s 104 acres for 104 dollars per acre and Hormel paid 295 dollars an acre for 110 acres of John Preshwater.
In Davenport a farm worker Fritz Grobman aged 80 died after consuming large quantities of soup cakes and potatoes and alcohol. In Fort Dodge John F Munn a 44 year old gypsum miner long missing was found dead in an abandoned gypsum mine identified by their clothing.
A resident named Tobin in Alagen City regained sight after a 14 year period of blindness. Doctors at the site university performed a surgical operation with the help of specialist staff.
A string of short items reports trials and legal actions in Iowa towns. Georgia Peters and Anna Ruppert figure in civil cases while local officials discuss public works and school matters. Community events include outdoor church services and a bridge crossing incident. several residents seek or resign positions in education and government.
Laws enacted to alter court procedures take effect on July 4. The measure covers jurisdiction for various courts, election rules, voter rolls, and procedural steps for trials, with several sections detailing filing fees and clerk duties. The report cites legislative leaders and implications for district courts and justice processes.
Four Des Moines firefighters were injured in an explosion at Hamilton Hardware Store today. The blaze caused about 25000 dollars in damage to the shop.
Mildred Warner a 12 year old girl drowned in the Sioux River near Cherokee Iowa yesterday in view of her mother and siblings. The mother attempted to rescue the child but failed as the water was deep. Mr S Wiser and family were nearby collecting wild berries when the accident occurred.
A scrambled report outlines a city debate on interurban tax law and potential voter measures. Key figures and groups are mentioned as weighing reform plans, with references to property values, rates, and future assessments.
A garbled report describes planted spikes on a road intended to harm a driver. County officials in Wisconsin investigated the matter and identified suspects tied to a local dispute. The incident prompted authorities to pursue charges and reinforce road safety measures.
A laborer sustained three deep scalp wounds two finger lacerations and possible skull fracture after a fight near Chatpeau. He was treated and admitted to Council Dilufts hospital with no clear account of the incident.
An engine struck a freight train car injuring two people near Lougan and St John last night. One rider suffered a broken leg and internal injuries while others escaped serious harm according to officials.
Nes Armines Ti June 26 The board of review that passes on teachers certificates for the June meeting consists of county superintendents Linnie E. Senlaoman Vinton Irving G. Hart Allison Ruliy IL Lewis Tipton T Benson Mason City Ida A Tevis Estherville William Shirley Alpona Fr J Puryear Council Bluffs Mary A Richards Toledo This board will have the final say on certificates issued from recent teachers examinations statewide.
In Iowa City on June 18 Caermot, an Indian doctor, faces a new court action by his wife Mrs. Francis B Wirik. She alleges cruelty and infidelity and claims he runs a patent medicine business worth 500 dollars weekly, seeking 300 dollars temporary alimony, 2000 dollars permanent alimony and an injunction to prevent continued conduct.
In Des Moines June g G da Hightower was found not guilty after a brief two minute jury deliberation. He had kicked a Black person out of a moving picture show near Bussey where the person served as justice of the peace.
Council member Uluotis Trelutie reports Frank Skipton, manager of a local committee, jailed by Judge Wheeler after refusing to answer questions in court regarding an automobile subject to a writ of replevin. The act stems from contempt of court.
A prominent Greston grocer and former Business Men's Club president vanishes while holding a Greston City Council seat vacancy looms. Neighbors report strange hours and missing links between his homeward path and club circles as investigation begins.
A Philadelphia editor recalls Walt Whitman's modest earnings and odd job with George W. Childs. Whitman described riding streetcars to assess drivers needs for winter coats, reporting back to arrange free fittings and savings for the publisher.
An advertisement promotes Culicura oil, soap, and ointment as a treatment for itching scalp dandruff and thinning hair. It outlines nightly scalp rubbing, a light pillow cover, and washing with Culicura soap to restore hair health, with samples offered via a postcard request.
A genial stranger and a reporter discuss funds and duties during a lunch. The reporter recounts a phone call and a table conversation ending with the report of something unusual in the reporter's line.
A nurse, an English girl, administers the last meal in a hospital ward. One rosy cheeked convalescent calls for her portion, correcting the nurse with a playful mispronunciation.
Comemp notes he finds it easy to measure anyone. He quips he once was a tailor, implying skills in reading people. The remark plays on the idea of tailoring and judging character.
A perceptive remark notes that when a young man calls with a gun in hand his purpose resembles making love, and the speaker reflects that this is his intended aim. The line contrasts aggression with romance to expose motive and danger.
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