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Newspaper
Hull Index
Location
Hull, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Sep 27, 1912
Page
2
The Hull Index reports on timber from fire killed trees used for packing, port vessel registrations, Chesapeake Bay oyster trade, and a German university professor touring the U S. It covers global trade figures, ship and telegraph infrastructure, education needs, and advances in science and technology.
Glidden cars begin an 800 mile route across western Iowa with a White Pole Association event aiming to test road and car endurance. The planned journey runs to Lochsiber and includes a log of the route, checkpoints, and readings. Nearly 3,000 entrants are expected, with hotel and supply arrangements in place.
IO WA NEWS IN BRIEF reports a veteran of the Civil War, Louis or similar name, died last week. He served over forty years in Company C, Forty-seventh New York Infantry and fought at Lyons county settlements. Buried at Riverview cemetery by his brother, survived by his wife and daughter.
A report notes the Interstate Commerce Commission held new grain freight rates, directing rerouting to align with rules from western districts. The Chick Northwest railway and partner lines including Chicago, Milwaukee and St Paul faced adjustments, with shipments to Iowa and Chicago under revised pricing. Officials described stockpiles and logistics as affected, citing deputy actions and regulatory alignment across routes.
A breach of promise suit proceeds to a jury with testimony from multiple witnesses and parties named, including a claimed administrator and various local figures. The record notes lengthy delays, notable estates, and a contested marriage issue amid the legal action.
Iowa attorney general reports many Maybray indictments collapsed as Judge Wardrudt grants motion to dismiss. Prosecutors cite difficulty locating witnesses and inability to convict at trial. Defendants named include Jona L Maybray and Kiva Morris, with several associates mentioned in the filings. The federal case pending sentence and broader charges await action.
Four masked men dynamited the State bank at Lake Park Spirit Lake Iowa early Friday fleeing on a gaso line handcar to an awaiting automobile. About $3000 in cash and papers were stolen. A member was allegedly injured during the blast.
Iverson-Dinges Co. the town’s longtime mercantile firm will close out stock and quit business after 30 years. Mr Iverson retires, Dinges plans to join Koehler and Hanson in autos, and Plantz will take up farming.
Sheriff Walsh escorted George Shindell and wife to Eldora from Grundy Center after an alleged late night shooting. Shindell to face assault with intent to murder charges and will plead insanity. Western Union moved wires from Omaha depot to the exchange in Rock Rapids with a new operator to arrive soon. Iowa City reports 2000 hospital treated in 2011 with 1500 at free clinics, seven story wing cost 100000 easing congestion. Two Mexican laborers stabbed John Wildman and Alvin Scholes amid suspicions of listening to conversation.
Rainfall has been sparse just south of the area with drought effects reaching sloughs and wells. Farmers report too dry for fall plowing while hay supplies help, and several local figures are noted in a mixed set of town items and incidents from Des Moines to Estherville.
Fifty Japanese men gathered in a secret meeting to select one to commit hara-kiri over the death of the late Mikade. Police were notified and raided the room, arresting two leaders who confessed a death by self-action agreement.
Ames plans to ask the General Assembly for increased funds to employ engineers and foremen for bridge and roadway projects. The move aims to support the highway commission’s program, including cost estimates of hundreds of thousands for bridge design and construction, with emphasis on improving state roads and rural connections.
LeMars Iowa September 21 western union college reopened today with a large attendance. During the summer the college buildings have been remodeled and renovated under the direction of the new president Dr C A Mock.
Irvin Gusland a 23 year old specialty worker for the National Stock company at Boone Iowa took laudanum at his hotel. Three doctors treated him and he recovered from the dose. He was despondent over being discharged from the company. His home is in Clinton where his parents and brother live.
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