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Newspaper
Humeston New Era
Location
Humeston, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 19, 1908
Page
7
In France on August 14 an airship suffered an accident that caused a prolonged delay of about nine minutes. The Wright crew faced difficulties and damage, but the craft remained airworthy enough to be repaired soon.
Angered man in California on August 14 allegedly killed his two children and himself in a cemetery where headstones were erected for the son and for the killer. His wife was injured in the incident and taken to a hospital, as the man reportedly stated he woke and asked why he killed his daughter while attempting to overpower his wife.
Ex Kentucky governor Taylor faces trial on the Goebel murder charge. Reports say A. F. Wilson confirms Taylor will return to Kentucky and seek a fair trial, with November set for possible action. The announcement notes a close political ally of Goebel involved in the era’s turmoil.
Deneen receives complete returns from Springfield showing a majority of 11,919 over Richard Yates. Final tally: Deneen X votes to 199,441 for Yates, delivering a clear win for Deneen.
In Saarbrucken on August 12 thirteen miners died and eight were severely injured after an explosion of fire damp at the Dudweiler mines five miles from here. Local officials reported a sudden blast trapping workers and delaying rescue efforts.
Captain Baldwin conducts a preliminary speed test of a dirigible balloon designed for Army use. Wilbur Wright, of Darton Ohio, completes a three minute forty second flight, circling the field three times at about 36 miles per hour. The attempt demonstrates aeroplane mastery and prompts talk of further testing near Washington while Fort Myer observers await the next move.
A Nassau lad stages a string of robberies along Oyster Bay with the proceeds intended for a worthy fund. Oyster Bay Academy pupils from wealthy families ride out on horseback or in carriages to seize money from passersby, aiming to aid a Red Cross cause amid urgent appeals for funds.
A boiler explosion at the York rolling mill late Monday afternoon killed eight men and injured nearly twenty others while causing extensive property damage. Debris from the blast smashed a large section of the mill. a horse about 300 yards away was also killed.
Miss Anna Rowe, a Duluth girl, waited at the United States land office door for nearly five weeks to claim Fond du Lac Indian reservation land. She planned to camp there day and night until the land was opened for settlement, as the sixth person in line. Minneapolis reports a move toward reorganization with petitions to appoint officers to direct the business, and receivers were named for the Washboro Flour Mill.
The Bank of Afton in Oregon 2 ich was closed Monday pending an investigation of its affairs reopened Tuesday and resumed operations. The examination found no shortage or irregularities, and business continues as normal.
Six men were severely injured but probably not fatally after a Grand Trunk passenger train from Port Huron struck and wrecked a Harper Avenue street car on a Wednesday afternoon in Detroit Michigan.
Librarian of the Congressional Library from 1864 to 1894, H Ainsworth FR Stofford died at Shenerd hill Holder fess on Tuesday aged 84.
In Nebraska on August 13 an immense crowd gathered in the capital area as Brown covered Norman, chairman of the Democratic committee, acted as president, calling upon John W. Kern as the vice presidential nominee.
Harry Thaw is declared bankrupt in a Pittsburgh bankruptcy court with W R Blair as referee. Creditors may press claims as U.S. Commissioner William D Lindsay set August 21 as the adjudication date, while Thaw’s legal team seeks to delay and manage hearings tied to Hearst matter and Rozer O Mara’s recent appearance in Poughkeepsie. Thaw’s movement toward Pittsburgh is anticipated within thirty days amid counsel efforts to delay proceedings.
London reports the absolute divorce of Alice Thaw of Pilshure from the Earl of Yarmouth, decree granted February 5 by Sir Birreca Ties, president of the divorce court. The case records name Yarmouth, otherwise Thaw, versus Yarmouth, with six months elapsed for finality. It suggests she may resume her maiden name, Miss OO.
Local politics and recalls shape the council race with votes on licenses and hospital operations. The executive council discusses jailer machines for Polk County and licensing changes for institutions, while Des Moines eyes health center progress and maternity hospital permits.
Recover Staten Property, the monthly report of Chief of Detectives E. E. Johnston, shows that during July his detective department recovered and turned over to owners property worth of value. Thirty six arrests were made during the month. The detectives captured five men wanted in other cities, and six fugitives from justice wanted in Des Moines were arrested, in other cities through the efforts of the local sleuths.
A Chicago art dealer recounts the anger of New York collector William T. Evasa over forged paintings. He denounces deceit, recalls a waiter incident, and vows retaliation as the fake works circulate.
Mrs David Brown of Locke Ark reports two years of eczema with itching and sleepless nights eased after using Cuticura Soap Ointment and Pills for three months. She says her ankles cured quickly and no return after a year. May 18 and July 13 1807.
A fragment from a Leipsig publication recounts the moment when a famed pianist on tour in the United States glanced toward a passing figure in a railroad car and, amid astonishment, responded with a calm, soothing remark, drawing quiet from the scene.
A Berlin dispatch notes New York’s German population is the third largest. It states New York has about 809000 Germans, surpassed only by Berlin at about 2,990,000 and Hamburg at about 506,099. The text references Munich at 320,000 and Dregerden at 506,099.
A clipped, garbled dialogue describes a red eyed clerk and a late morning scene. The speaker mentions oil and water colors as a caution, implying a warning about painting the town with unsuitable materials.
A dialogue shows Mr and three Splasher clash with Miss Cayenne over gendered knowledge. Men claim expertise in horse races while women insist on bridge understanding, labeling the scene as a hopeless case of misplaced confidence.
A Yorkstate woman reports ten years of stomach trouble, weight loss, and fatigue followed by recovery after using Grape-Nuts and Postum. She notes improved digestion, increased weight, energy, and the ability to perform daily tasks without pain. The letter promotes Grape-Nuts as a genuine, human-interest testimonial from Battle Creek, Michigan.
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