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Newspaper
Hull Index
Location
Hull, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 24, 1912
Page
2
An index mechanism on the Hamburg observatory clock sends exact time via the city telephone system. From the fifth to the sixth second of each minute a signal and phonographic announcement convey the time, reaching subscribers through the central exchange. This replaces the older American method.
Fragmentary report describes a missing child case with alleged abductor Kiqhappess and a search spanning multiple locations. Witnesses recount a strange kitchen scene, a grove, and a public road as investigators pursue clues while offering a reward for the arrest of those responsible.
Readers report confusion as thousands of veterans in the state push Congress for details on a new pension bill. Letters from veterans urge clarification on eligibility and how benefits will be distributed amid printing delays and expected increases. The effort highlights concern over rising pension costs and the policy’s practical effects on families receiving aid.
In a United States district case Judge Smith McPherson rules that the sureties on Carroll County treasurer must repay the county for funds deposited in the defunct First National Bank at Claraill. The bank receiver has repaid $30,000, leaving $20,540 due. Empire and Hlinsis Sureties to cover five twelfths each, and John Meyers Theresa McAlster and the Withdin Arts estate administrators share the remaining six. Each judgment set accordingly.
Clarence iwager and owner a ascend OTies rise Lit gwazette dies at 63 from apoplexy after attempting to replace an auto tire. He led the Allison Hotel company and held stock in three banks. Odebolt boosters elect new officers at annual meeting with Tos. Mattes as president J. E. Chryster as vice president WM. Sayre secretary and W. N. Oursler treasurer.
Des Moines May 23 attorneys for both sides consented to delay the injunction hearing on the new Woodmen assessment scale until September. Attending attorneys from several states argued no need to rehearse the temporary injunction and its renewal for a permanent injunction in September.
Sac City July 21 Mr and Mrs Ferguson of Wall Lake township will celebrate their wedding anniversary with about 100 relatives and friends present. They wed in Illinois and lived there four years before moving to Sac County twenty eight years ago. They have two children Alis Steward and Chas W Ferguson who reside near the farm on Wall Lake township.
A garbled Iowa news roundup reports Fort Dodge telephone service upgrades with rate details, deaths in New York City, cornell students in Captain Krause incident, and multiple county notices. It mentions Denison officials eyeing a city marshal visit and various local civic notices along with a Dubuque teacher’s death in Greece.
Bishop T W Morrison urged support for an inter church federation during the Iowa conference opening session in Davenport May 21. He said discussion would arise and some outside the church might protest but the federation could advance the work of the kingdom and Jesus Christ.
Des Moines Iowa May 24 preparations for the Northern Baptist association convention are under way. Key church leaders from the east arrived today and special training is planned for delegates from the northern United States as the convention opens here Wednesday.
The Shaw syndicate delays funding for the Atlantic North and South purchase as doubts rise over securing the required $402,000. creditors fear full payment. Iowa & Short Line has contributed $190,000, while implications suggest possible delays and risks of losing the deal. Colonial Adaine met with creditors and officials to urge substantial payment to proceed.
May 20 at the Sehule atone plant a derrick crane collapsed trapping two men, John Miess and William Allmer, a married couple. Both were injured when the boom fell after the pulley strap snapped. Miess was hurled 20 feet and Allmer crushed beneath the 20,000 pound boom. Both underwent surgery and are described as in fair condition.
Des Moines police officers who use liquor or report for duty under its influence will be dismissed. Governor Van Liew ordered that captains ensure all officers are informed, targeting patrolmen and station personnel. The move aims to deter violations and enforce sobriety on duty.
County Auditor James T. Hanrahan reports census figures showing Iowa residents have the best education level overall, yet the state records only 1.7 percent unable to write English. Indiana follows with 3.1 percent, while Wisconsin 3.2 and Michigan 2.3 round out several low literacy states.
Disconnected dispatches report on missing man in Iowa City and a fatal farm accident near Lester. Other notes cover bank reserve approvals, a church conference in Logan, and local civic updates from Mason City to LeMars. Several smaller items mention court actions and public notices.
May 18 report from Glenwood and other Iowa locales warns trees will not bloom this year. Jonathan apples largely absent, Wealthy and Ben Davis also scarce except locally. Wine Sap and Grimes Golden expected to be stronger. Experts note last year’s bumper Jonathan crop followed by a natural fluctuation. Davenport dormitory cigarette smoke probe. St Katherine school may suspend a dozen girls. LeMars businessmen fund a public rest room.
Amid a heated GWA convention debate, Speaker Slark receives 26 votes while Woodbury and Clark contested seats dominate the floor. The Woodbury contest is sent to the credentials committee with a tied outcome, provoking extended session, cheers, and a delayed adjournment as factions maneuver.
Des Moines May 18. The supreme court voids the old Iowa statute labeling boiled linseed oil. The law required chemical test per United States pharmacopeia, but the court found no test for boiled oil in the edition cited. It held the law applied only to raw linseed oil, making boiling requirement void.
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