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Two murdered men found near Algona in train robbery
Milwaukee track near Algona yielded two men identified as August Carlquist and Jens Graverson. Both shot, robbed after riding a train. watch and satchels missing. Bodies prepared for burial. no murderer information. Nearby reports mention a Estherville forgery case, quack doctors, hare breeding plans, and local sports fare.
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Milwaukee
Algona
August Carlquist
Jens Graverson
Sexton
Estherville
Armstrong Journal
George Lafly
Dolliver
J. A. Reagan
Mr. Lafty
Reagan