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Newspaper
Hull Index
Location
Hull, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 14, 1905
Page
6
In Wales the No 2 pit of Wattstown United National Colliery exploded by firedamp, trapping miners. Rescue efforts continued amid heavy smoke as death toll rose, with dozens recovered and fears of a large loss of life heavy in South Wales.
A temperance fanatic named Melvin, accused of disorder and dynamite threats, remains at large as police pursue him. Reports say Heff Wiehardson led a posse to capture Melvin who reportedly possesses a large quantity of dynamite and may cause further damage.
Milwaukee County grand jury returns sixty seven indictments in a graft probe. twenty five individuals including four former county officials charged in municipal court. Probing continues with at least ten days of earlier indictments prompting expectation of more cases. Also reports a mine fire at Horsesia shaft where an explosion released deadly smoke and trapped workers, with two hundred millers escaping through an air shaft and thirty six presumed dead.
A jumble of events from Mond City to Kansas City highlights a sawmill accident fatal to a husband and a wife beset by a self inflicted crisis. Firearms kill a prefect in Moscowe as detectives arrest the assassin while political notes and stock market chatter swirl through Reston and Sioux City.
Rich American Julian Candoya dining with family in Santiago de Cuba is attacked by eight bandits who demand 30000 in ransom. Candoya pays 2000, bandits withdraw, money handed to them at a bay rendezvous. Cuban government and American consul sought protection as rural guards pursue the outlaws.
Caleb Powers, held for conspiracy in the Goebel murder, arrived at Newport jail under U S marshal guard after transfers from state to federal jurisdiction. He has long been in prison, with four trials and three death sentences, and voiced hope for eventual acquittal.
In Bingman Arizona a Santa Fe special carrying Walter Foott from Los Angeles to Chicago aims to lower the 57 hour 56 minute record. Walter Boott paid 95 500 for the train as officials pledge penalties and incentives to beat the time with a 43 hour target if possible.
An attempted train robbery near Idaho and Pullman ended after a conductor and guard wrestled with the robber in the vestibule. The assailant fired a shot missing the healer, then fled the scene leaping from the car as onlookers boxed him in.
Jamen van Potter filed a bankruptcy petition on Friday and the court appointed a trustee to oversee the case. The Savoy Theatre run and Maidenles events drew heavy audiences as reports of recent performances surfaced.
Derger daughter of George Schnsider, a noted ox banker, dies Monday night from injuries suffered during a nervous breakdown while escaping a burning Quois area. Funeral arrangements pending.
Serious case reported in Salt Lake City Utah notes a man Ennant Tr. Mitchel a machinist died by his own hand after a violent act against his wife described with graphic terms. Authorities cite suspected mental illness and the incident occurred at their home on Monday.
A trusteeship deed from Enien Bag and Paper Congrany to the Trust Company of America of New York covers all former properties in Wisconsin New York and Queber. The agreement notes more than 5 000 000 in value with no loan details available.
Debris filled sheets reveal victims as Guamajuate faces ongoing floods leaving streets without light or drinkable water. Heliet funds are reportedly diverted while authorities scramble to address urgent needs across multiple districts amid reports of seven deaths in Pittsburgh areas and investigations into military staffing actions in Washington.
An explosion at a railway rock powder blast site near New Cumberland across the Susquehanna killed eight men and injured two others. Victims included James Wiseman, Arthur Green, Rotell Thompson, Frank Moltach, three Italians, and a Slav identified only by numbers. An inquest by Squire Coble returned a verdict of premature explosion with no blame placed on the contractors.
Postmaster General Cortelron announced four fraud orders against the People's United States Bank of St Louis Missouri its officers and agents and BE G Lewis a publisher effective July 9 The action bars the company from mail use following postal investigations into the bank's business The funds not borrowed by Lewis and associates about two thirds of deposits are in banks and will reimburse stockholders numbering over 15000 The Post Office Department will cooperate with the secretary of state of Muscourt for investor interests
Only three men are secured for Dr. Koch's trial in Monokato. Heinzeman of Limetown, aged 40, is one juror. Joseph Frederick of LeHar and others from Limetown and Kurt Fuller of J tine are among potential jurors.
Money borrowed by Den Leland and advanced by the Santa Fe Hailed will fund operations at Devlin mines in Kansas. Ossee CHF Hex Week will see further pay advances as Santa Fe supports coal production, keeping the mines open to supply the rail line.
Mrs. Clara James Gray of Bonhler Crook, formerly Mrs. Ann Monks and alleged Confederate spy, drowned Saturday night after her carriage horse bolted when frightened by a nearby automobile line at a bridge. Her husband, the driver, survived the incident.
Emite Gerdron, 42, on Saturday night as he was being taken to the police station on a charge of assault, was shot and killed on Key ently Avenue, after living in the area for six years. The incident occurred as a new subway service began operations in New York.
A garbled OCR fragment mentions a past Mark Geaves train scene with cement site and a Sundar tied reference. The text is largely unintelligible with stray names and partial phrases about a track left, a tweet, and a wiped vibe. No clear event details or outcomes are discernible.
Obituary notes Watter Hittringe of Manchester has died. Ged Bivinkiy, author of Tenting on the Old Lamp Ground, is referenced in relation to the event with unspecified local connections.
William Persing and Mrs. Josiah Pratt were bound over to the grand jury on murder charges after arraignment in Rockwell City Iowa. Bond set at 2500 dollars for each. Persing remanded to jail. He claims Pratt was in love with him and urged him to stay on the farm if Pratt died.
Captain A. E. Harter, first baseman of the Altoona team, collapsed at first base with apoplexy during a Titerurban league game against Mitch elsville Rundsy. The tragedy halted play as officials and spectators reacted while Coroner Deck ordered an inquest.
In Pottewattamle County teachers now bid for their services under a new system. The recent exam revision aimed at certificate issuance shows about half of applicants failed. With 100 more petitions to file, the licensed pedaroads shift the competitive advantage to the teachers themselves.
Comtmat Jaidment and Ockar Nerger once of BLO Menutchen & C face a grand jury indictment. Rendar of Ida Grove, now manager of a Meattls brewery, plans to return to Holstein and contest the fraud charge. Printer C Koenig, a craftsman with unknown ties, died after a fall from a ladder in Carroll.
Dabagne appears in state census data with a population figure and growth notes. Sioux City’s population reached 41,019 as Fosdby imagines a second deity in Jawa, a distinction now accepted. Mrs. Anne Martin of Watkins Well dies, noted as a central Iowa figure and possibly the wealthiest woman in the region. An Independent company plans 10,000 telephone poles for toll-line delivery from Council Bluffs. Hourly Meester, 9, drowns in Kanarangi Creek near Look Rapids while swimming. The Title Linwx River rises high in Grant Township, Manes County, threatening areas near Ticonic and extending toward Athen.
Fragmentary OCR outlines a special election on August 7 regarding the New City Hall and Armory project. The document mentions a price of 523 and references a proposition tied to a will and election officials, but details are unclear due to damaged text.
A man aged 47 was struck by lightning and killed instantly at Dubuque Bay. The incident occurred Friday as weather hazards struck the area and emergency responders attended the scene.
Rev RLW Meaker a Fred Methodist minister in Dunlap was arrested on an information charging assault on Mrs Orrie McElwain. The case stems from a factious dispute with Meaker denying guilt. charge later dismissed after a conference with the county attorney and involved parties.
The article profiles Baron Rosen as Russia’s envoy to the United States and former chargé d affaires in Tokyo, detailing his language skills and roles. It also outlines the Muraviev family’s prominence, N. V. Muraviev’s rise in justice and foreign affairs, and notes diplomats Tulare Nomura and Kogoro Takahira with their careers and education, including Takahira’s Harvard Law School background.
Des Moines officials released a detailed rebuttal to Scott County complaints that meals at the Mt. Pleasant hospital for the insane were insufficient and poorly cooked. The state board of control provided weekly food quantities and menus, citing records from the April visit by two Scott County commissioners.
On a Milwaukee railroad track about three miles east of Hull Charles F. Lennon, age 3, was struck and killed while walking with his dog. The incident involved Chaetion Hanson, with Halland in charge of the scene and Milwaukee Railway officials assisting.
The state brings charges against William Wine in district court at Ottumwa Motedar for selling intoxicants at Holman’s Stand near the Mimcourt River in Franklin Township Monona County. Bound over by Justice CM Rowe of Ou. Awa. for trial.
A curfew on minors is in effect in Alfley from May 4 to October 1, restricting under 18s from street activity after 9 PM. Reports include a boy losing both feet when a runaway team hit him, a missing optician, a fatal stabbing followed by suicide, a woman’s attempted overdose, a devastating farm house fire, and rising Missouri River levels threatening properties along the Big Sioux River.
A funeral in Cleveland marks the burial of John May with family wishes honored, honoring the private man rather than the renowned statesman. President Roosevelt attends alongside former officials, while the service in Washington precedes the Cleveland interment.
Fragmentary text mentions Verhert Talent and a complete set related to Chiy, with references to Masai and Br positions. Mentions Kipling development and possible benefits tied to epicite, though specifics are unclear.
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