Kills In Courtroom Bullets Follow Verdict
In Terre Haute Indiana Henry F McDonald found guilty of arson shot and killed Detective William E Dwyer wounded officers and was himself seriously wounded during the verdict return The attack followed his conviction and erupted as he leapt to his feet fired at Prosecuting Attorney James A Cooper Jr and officers in the courtroom Police and deputies returned fire leaving many wounded including Harvey V Jones Deputy Ira Wellman Sy Dorie and bystanders The crowded courtroom emptied as police restored order amid a sensational deadly confrontation The case tied to dynamiting outrages that damaged local stores and a Methodist church with McDonald and James Scanlon arrested the next day and charged with the crime.
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Terre Haute
Ind
Henry F. McDonald
William E. Dwyer
Cfore
McDonald
James A. Cooper, Jr
Cooper
McDoneld
Himsel
Dwyer
Harvey V. Jones
Ira Wellman
Sy Dorie
City
Methodist Church
Shickle & Johnson
J. W. Reese
Sanford
Henry MacDonald
James Scanlon
EL. Dwrer
Severe
Students Strike Rumor Sparks Campus Tension
A disorderly campus event saw students walking out in protest amid rumors of課 and blocks on classes. No injuries reported. Authorities anticipate ongoing demonstrations as administration seeks dialogue with student leaders.
Express Rates Cut Reduces Payout by $116000
Indiana express rate changes lower payments by more than $116000. Commission reports total press collections at about $1,000,003 amid new schedules. Data suggests reduced charges affect express service and overall disbursements.
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Indi
Indiana
Commission
Well-Known Mennonite Die S
QG Warkentin, a Kansan famed for pies and a beloved Mennonite figure nationwide, died suddenly Wednesday while on a tour of Europe and Asia, with Newton, Kansas noting his passing.
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Newton
Kan
Warkentin
United States
Syria
Europe
Asia
Awful Experience of Wife of Des Moines Traveling Man
Mrs N Wales of Des Moines suffered burns when a strip of newspaper dropped into a grate and caught fire while she was seated at a public place. Firemen arrived quickly and extinguished the blaze. She expressed hope of recovery despite injuries.
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Des Moines
Moines
N. Wales
Rome
Wales
Roma
Victim of Feud Dead in Mason City
George Stevens dies two days after being shot by F H McDonnell at the Northwestern plant. Stevens lingered with bullet wounds and infection, an operation to remove bullets may not be performed. The long standing feud led to Stevens’s assault on McDonnell and a prior arrest and fine. McDonnell held on $2,000 bond.
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Mason City
George Stevens
F. H. McDonne
Northwestern
Stevens
MccDonnell
J. H. Martin
McFronnell
MecDor UK
McDonnell
Land cases decided and farms settled in Iowa
The Dubuque court resolved multiple land suits in northwest Iowa with titles to numerous farms settled. The decisions relate to railroad camp conditions and road connections, with sums mentioned around 08,900 and 12, possibly indicating costs or awards, amid a backdrop of disputed property titles.
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Iowa
Dubuauereége Reed
Chisage, Pani
Black Hand Mystery in Nordia Case Confession
In Nordia, authorities pursue a Black Hand mystery as George Mereha reportedly confesses to a key act. Officials remain tight lipped about specifics while investigations continue.
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Natsworth
George Mereha
Iit
Treasurer OF Afton 23 Years. mio-TPresdete & He
Unable to determine coherent facts from the provided text fragment.
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Afton
Mio-Tpresdete
Saved his life in queer way in narrow escape
A reader reports a narrow escape where a man avoided a deadly fate by alert presence of mind. He placed money and shielded his head, preventing a potential fatal accident involving a wagon or vehicle. No further details given.
Council Bluffs Liquor Dealers Fined For Contempt
Corneil Bluffs H A Larsen and Martin Jensen proprietors of a concern were fined 1000 dollars each by Judge O D Wheeler for contempt of court related to violations at their business. The judge imposed fines and costs and warned the men to comply with court orders, remarking his court would not tolerate such conduct. The case drew attention amid local election irregularities linked to a Manhattan association previously alleged to violate laws.
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Council Bluffs
Corneil Bluffs
H. A. Larsen
Martin Jensen
Nan
Oo. D. Wheeler
Larsen
Impos
Wheeler
Dex
Itheould
Manhattan
Gorch Downgraded After Rough Clash With Hackenschmidt
Franz Gorek known as Gorch, world champion, defeated Russian Lion Hackenschmidt in a dramatic 2 hour match at Dexter Park Pavilion Chicago. Gorek won by flying fall and claimed the world title plus $1,003 amid a 3,000 strong crowd. Hackenschmidt surrendered after a brutal exchange and left the ring, hearts heavy, crowd stunned.
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Dexter Park Pavilion
Chicago
Franzk Gorek
Snokry
Warn
Grapre
Gorch
Hack Quick
Hack
Goich
Ed Smith
Hackenschmidt
Frank
Ike
Gore
Golch
White May Lead Democrats In Iowa Governor Race
In Des Moines a gathering of Iowa Democrats discussed withdrawing to clear the field for Fred White of Webster. Weaver and Dennison reportedly urged White to run. he declined for now. The plan keeps a friendly contest and avoids major factional splits. Claude Porter and Jerry Sullivan named for the senate primary.
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Weaver
Dennison
Des Moines
Iowa
W.J. Bryan
Nebraska
J. B. Weaver
Col
John Dennison, Jr
Dubuque
Fred White
Webster
White
Wil
River
Claude R. Porter
Centerville
Jerry Sullivan
Chariton Fire Ravages Business District
A major blaze in Chariton caused about 50 000 in damages early on the 4th. The fire spread from a meat market behind George Scott & Son into upper floors of two west buildings. Holingson and Larimer suffered the heaviest loss, with insurance covering part. Household goods in upstairs rooms belonging to Matt Germen were destroyed. losses estimated between 1,560 and 2,090 with minimal insurance.
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Chariton
George Scott & So
Ugs
Holingson & Larimer
Scout
Matt Germen
Colorado
Child Falls Into Cistern and Dies in Ice Cold Waters
Fragmented report notes a child fell into a cistern and died after a long dash in icy water. An ore car may have been involved and officials held details. The piece references a Boone-Ne incident and a period of minutes before rescue.
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Child
Boone
Ike
Unclear Damaged Text About Verdict and Burnings
Fragmentary OCR notes mention a verdict amount around 2100 dollars and a burnings incident involving a wife and children. The legibility is too poor to extract coherent facts, names, dates, or place.
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Leo Chapman
Pissah Department
Pman
Iowa Boy Wins a Prize in Architectural Contest
Osage student Harry L. Bently attending the Boston University of Technology earned mention in the Boston Society of Architects contest. Hundreds of students nationwide competed in a problem solving competition judged for final entry. The prize covers a year at Bronx Arts Institute with all expenses paid and 1060 dollars in cash.
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Iowa
Ecsa
Harry L. Bently
Ossa
Boston Ne of Technology
Boston Society of Architects
Bronx Arts
Fopulists Name Watson in Debated Convention
Fragmented report notes an April convention adjournment with Watson named among leaders. It mentions dissenting voices, a movement against the adp tio and a tally where a speaker refused to proceed, with chairman and Jones involved in a stalled discussion. The convention continued under unclear rules and extended toward May.
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Thomas A
Popuconvention
Jones
Harris Urges Fast Ohio Investigation Bill Passage
Governor Harrissont calls the Ohio assembly to suspend rules and approve a bill authorizing an immediate thorough investigation of all state offices departments boards and fusions. A commission of respected men from both parties, appointed by the governor with senate approval, would conduct it.
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Harris
Columbus
Il 4
Harrissont
Ohio Assembly
Bogur
Senate
Would-be Assassin Detonates Bulkeley Wells, 1900s
A dynamite attack on Gen. Bulkeley Wells in a Col. city leaves a trap decor and destroyed cellar. Rewards totaling $10,000 are offered for the capture of those responsible. Sheriff Patrick says sufficient evidence for arrests has not been found, with no connection established to the incendiary act.
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Feiluride
Bulkeley Wells
Sheriffitzpatrick
La Crosse Clears Gambling and Saloons Crackdown Plans
La Crosse Wisconsin Mayor Anderson ordered all gambling houses closed Wednesday marking the first tight lid in years. Prostitution houses receive two weeks to close and no new saloons will operate after April 15. A Sunday closure of saloons is anticipated as the city shifts toward restriction.
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la Crosse
Wis
Fm Il
Anderson
Il Repute
Rhodes Scholar Winner From Lincoln Nebraska
Joseph E. Smith, 19, a junior from Overton Nebraska and member of the Christian church, was selected as this year’s Rhodes Scholarship winner at Oxford. In a separate item, Horace A. McKittrick, 40, a Brookfield Missouri stockman, died after a botched amputation of his left leg performed with a dull knife by Rev. R. C. Allen of Grove City Pennsylvania following injuries from a steam pipe in Burlington.
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Lincoln, Neb
Joseph E. Smith
Nlive
Lincoln
Oxford University
Overton
Neb
Burlinston
Horace A. McKittrick
Brookfield
R. C. Allen
Grove City
McKittrick
Bospital
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