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Newspaper
Humboldt County Republican
Location
Humboldt, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 26, 1901
Page
7
A deadly blast rocked a foundry as an iron furnace top burst into flame. Workers fell from height and smoke filled the area. Rescue crews found bodies and injured workers scattered around the site, with several men hanging from the platform and bystanders stunned by the disaster.
The readable bits describe an event with explosions and casualties in a coastal area, naming several figures and places. It mentions a dialer report about an explosion and references to a queen, tram, and fires. The passage is garbled but preserves names and some actions.
Washington reports on the Sampson protest tied to Admiral Dewey inquiries and the court of inquiry. Officials discuss testimony, delays, and potential actions as the press briefings note changes in Admiral Sampson’s condition and statements from Secretary Long and others.
A railroad Y M C A meeting on December 26 discussed mental work and a special conference. Miss Helen Miter Gould was absent. Letters from George J. Gould and Stefan president of the Missouri Mackic Express expressed sympathy. Five new buildings underway in the southwestern territory at Supalpa and nearby towns. Expenditure last year reached $100,000 with $110,000 contributed by railroad stockholders. The organization forms a membership of 10,000.
In Cheyenne at St Patrick Cathedral on Saturday morning the funeral and requiem Mass were conducted by Bishop Mennesayy with assistance from Archbishop Ka and other clergy. The service honored the late TL My Jwnihid, Bishop of Cheyenne, and featured a solemn procession and tribute from the Catholic community.
Cannes Comment notes Colwinus O Dew 20 Con Nash CHUM OL was appointed to canvass the state for funds but declined to serve. The piece adds that other side officials and business men have not contributed to refunds, prompting comments on the situation.
In a grim town note, Newell Rathhun formerly connected with the regular company died amid a string of unclear accusations. Charles Goodman was implicated, and James Hy Wierd, tied to long service at local shops, also figures in the murky report. The exact cause and place of death remain disputed.
A garbled OCR fragment mentions Ford and an oil or vehicle incident. The text references names and places unclearly and lacks coherent details. No clear event, date, or identifiable entities can be confirmed from the readable portion.
A passenger train collided with a freight train near Pistburg causing multiple injuries. Chief engineer Frank Hughes and a group of crew members were hurt as workers helped the injured on the main track. The scene was described as chaotic with authorities investigating the cause.
The article reports that Tom Cardona and Francisco Saperimonel, both of whom were badly burned, died at the Southern Pagifle hospital. It mentions the division of lands and a frontier dispute, with references to Vitis Callainy and Veneeaecs. The text is fragmented and difficult to parse, but centers on a fatal collision and ensuing injuries.
A chaotic market report outlines various price movements and items in play, listing wheat futures, cattle prices, and regional trading activity. It notes new market rules, returns on certain contracts, and references to market facilities, with scattered mentions of firms, dates, and locations.
A crowded session spotlighted a proposed measure shaping family aid and public funding with key lawmakers including Sheriffine Trendy and state officials amid debate over deputy eligibility and car follow requirements. The article notes legislators Kraieliegg and Lew Madson holding posts and names several figures from Warren and Mork in the governance discussion.
Mintaken for Nargtarn, the pontral store of Hrnest Towne at dninvina was entered by burglarn. Four criminals paved clare, two gi fa one direethin mi two in another. They met on the cross roads and each party allstook tha of har for the hue airs ani opened fire. Hons cond be made Towne, James Wing and Marie Parmenter were well filled with shot. The burglars escaped.
A Des Maines Northern Railroad company gathering in Falls elected officers including Ellsworth as president and Manley as treasurer. Reports say the enterprise is in first class condition with miles of road graded and track work near completion, aiming for the new town of Slerman soon.
A rumor spread that Lynehton tarry Wortman abducted Florence Tarter, a Cherokee waitress. Authorities say the sheriff transported Wortman from a Cherokee area to Le Mars, with a train stop midway, amid fears of mob action.
Receivers report a 20 percent dividend to depositors of the Oliver & Jusey bank in Custes Tits. The total amounts to $14,340, bringing payments to 40 percent to date. Only a small remainder of assets remains to be distributed per the receivers’ report.
Pand Growing, C. D B. Mills, president of the Town Bankers' association, reports that $2,500 hay already been subscribed for John Sundblad, the Albert City man who was killed in the capture of the three bank robbers. One banker in Chicago gave $100. Mr. Mills expects about $5,000 in total.
Charles Waltera of Smithland quarreled with his wife and she left the house. When the man returned the wife, Ivingsen, marked by a battered head. He is a laboring man in poor health. the wife leaves a three months old babe.
Governor Stayfis issues a proclamation offering a $250 reward for the arrest and conviction of the murderer or murderers who killed Marshal John B. Kutith of Chelsea in Lama county. Two masked robbers planned to rob the Chelsea Josue when the fatal shooting occurred.
Cedar Napis hold up trio include D Muntford George Howard and Albert Ray were sentenced by Judge Thompson to the state penitentiary. The two former received 20 years and the third 10 years for a series of robberies committed last May.
A state charter issued for Leigh Valley ravines Bank with 10000 capital, T. Hamilton as president. Several mis-spellings indicate legal filings in federal court, business concerns in Clinton and Waterton, a water well drill with 502 feet depth, and multiple names tied to legal actions and stock matters.
A misread tale depicts Mrs Smith selling engraved cards and plate services through an impersonation of a company, with her husband noting a surge in orders. The dialogue reveals neighbors and wives of local smiths manipulated into seasonal card promotions and counterfeit plate sales.
A report describes a public exhibition featuring a newly identified earthworm species. Notable claims include a worm about three feet long with thick segments and unusual coloration. Reported observers include several named scientists and exhibitors, with diverse names and origins noted among attendees.
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