California grape crop eyed as earthquake year foretells bounty
A newspaper item notes that observers in California foresee a phenomenal grape crop this year, influenced by earthquake lore. Officials estimate wine consumption in San Francisco alone may exceed 70 million gallons, amid broad agricultural optimism despite months needed to realize mercantile gains.
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Central Park costs and value rise in New York history
The Sun notes Central Park cost New York about 15 million dollars for land and improvements, plus 2.5 million for Metropolitan Museum works. Bonds totaling around 12 to 15 million financed the park’s creation and related structures, with park lands now assessed at about 186 million dollars, possibly worth 200 million.
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Spelling reform debate and Kansas City trial incident
The Plain Dealer questions reform spelling and notes language evolves by usage, while a Kansas City trial ends with a juror discharging the jury after a plaintiff's injury display, as a pianist faces another suit. The report highlights legal and linguistic topics from the period with named places and roles.
Pelk County Justice Sparks Gambling Crackdown in Des Moines
An uneasy report alleges Judge Living and police sought to close slot machine operations in Des Moines and nearby suburbs. Business leaders dismissed the bluff, yet authorities claim a decisive step was taken to curb gambling, with more action promised to suppress slot machines in the county.
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Des Moines Man Rescues Associate from Hanging Rope
In Des Moines a man nearly hanged when a rope looped around his neck as a branch broke. His companion John O'Brian freed him after he dangled, sustaining injuries including cuts and bruises while the rescuer Kauifman helped lower him to the ground.
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Feud in Bloomfield as prominent citizens clash
Bloomfield reels from a flare up between ex sheriff Curry and County Attorney Goodson amid the Hern Goodson feud. Both sides are armed, a shooting avoided only by strong intervention. The dispute began over a letter to Horn's sister. Curry denied the accusation and Goodson tried to arrest Curry on a charge, leading to a tense street encounter. The conflict has paused for now but tensions remain until July 2.
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Bank in Receiver's Hands at Clearfield After Failure
The Farmers' State Bank of Clearfield closed under receivership as audit trails reveal muddled accounts and unaccounted deposits. Former cashier George Greene, removed last December, is tied to discrepancies totaling roughly 25,000 in stock and 42,105 in deposits, with liabilities around 25,000 turning up. Notes for large sums appear forged, though makers deny signatures.
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Guilty pleas in extreme cruelty to animals case
Deu and George Albright of Cummer pleaded guilty before Justice Form er in Waverly to extreme cruelty to a dog. They saturated the animal with kerosene and Albright set a lit match, burning the dog’s hair and back end. The dog hid under a culvert for six days of torture and was killed on county attorney advice.
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Favor Sunday Closing Vote by Christian Endeavor Union
In Des Moines the Christian Endeavorer City union met at Greenwood Congregational church and passed a resolution denouncing Sunday baseball and Sunday theaters. Leaders note action mirrors Grant Park Church of Christ and expect practical steps, possibly including closing all amusements on Sundays.
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New Interurban Planned Between St Louis and Burlington
A six man St Louis backed delegation has surveyed farmers along the route to build an electric line between St Louis and Burlington. If 70 percent of property owners approve, a charter for the line will be applied for and construction may start in the fall.
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Chase with Knife Threats Lands Man Under Peace Bond
Peter Cook chased his divorced wife around Iowa City with an open knife threatening to aid her and her friend Mrs. Jesnes Lucas. He was arrested while in hiding and placed under bonds to keep the peace by Major Ball.
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Carnival Artist Taps Safe At Windsor Hotel
A night clerk named Si Ashworth at the Windsor hotel in Marshalltown opened the hotel safe and took $100 before leaving town. He had been recently employed by a carnival troupe and was accompanied by a woman he claimed was his wife. Authorities report Ashworth’s disappearance followed the incident.
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Man Falls Between Cars at Woollstock Train
Webster City report says strem poard 2 train st Woollstock Homer of State Center secured, losing his right leg at the knee and the left foot, death result ts after missing rails and slipping between coaches. Prairie City scene recounts a cattle fright driving Adam Telfer and nephew over a bridge, killing Arr Telfer. both were thrown into a creek, nephew escaped.
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Injured in A Runaway Near Charles City
George Matleson aged 15 suffered a fractured skull in three places when a horse drawn team hitched to a wagon ran away and struck him on the head near a farm east of Charles City. He was injured when the tongue of the wagon struck him.
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Senate votes for locks on canal across Isthmus of Panama
Washington reports the senate approved a lock canal plan while rejecting a sea level substitute by 31 to 3. A later Wisconsin ruling upheld a tax on intercounty transfers, and Limoges factories faced strikes and lockouts amid wage disputes. British suffragists were arrested outside Asquith's residence.
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Prosecution Plan Targeted Standard Oil and Railroads
Reports claim mediate officials discussed planned prosecutions under Sherman antitrust and rate laws. White House talks suggested charges against Standard Oil and railroad leaders, with DOJ prepared to press cases while stock markets reacted to the tension and secrecy surrounding the effort.
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Bribery Charge Dismissed for St. Louis Delegate
Macon Missouri circuit attorney Sager in St. Louis has dismissed bribery charges against T. E. Albright, a former member of the St. Louis house of delegates, who was acquitted on perjury. A separate blaze at the Polar Wave Ice Co plant in St. Louis caused a $50,000 loss when an ammonia tank exploded in the condensing room and filled nearby apartments with fumes.
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Harvester company fined for Arkansas anti trust breach
Chicago report states the International Harvester company must pay 52080 in fines plus 3066 costs for violating Arkansas anti trust laws. The settlement ends city proceedings started last Wednesday by Attorney Robert L. Rogers to hear testimony before special commissioner Lyle D. Taylor. The case cites exclusive contract clauses in bidding agent contracts as part of the violation. Both International Harvester entities admit to 30 days of illegal business, totaling a 220000 penalty.
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Supreme Court Affirms Mayor’s Discretion on Licenses
Springfield court holds municipal officers may grant or refuse a saloon license under discretionary powers unless the ordinance expressly limits them. Henry Raben versus Mayor Carter H. Harrison decides the scope of licensing discretion.
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New Zealand Premier Seddon Buried in Wellington
Wellington mourns Premier Seddon who died suddenly June 1 on the steamer Owestry Grange. His funeral Thursday drew a striking display of public grief as dignitaries and citizens gathered to pay tribute to the late leader.
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Sullivan Plans Resignation From House for State Senate
Congressman Timothy D Sullivan has gone to Washington to prepare his resignation as a member of the house. He will be a candidate for the state senate this fall.
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