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Newspaper
Ireton Weekly Ledger
Location
Ireton, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 04, 1906
Page
2
An express train bound for London via New York experienced a fatal crash. Investigators suspect wheel or axle failure as the cause while the injured were evacuated and a board of trade inquiry is planned to determine full responsibility.
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Congress adjourned Saturday after quick passage of all appropriation measures. The omnibus Justice building bill remained in dispute while final conference reports on the pure food bill, Ohio River Lake Erie canal, and naturalization bill were adopted. Bailey and Tulmin clashed over railroad rate issues as meat inspection provisions drew mixed support amid pressure to attach to an appropriation bill.
Henry Thaw pleaded not guilty at a New York General Sessions arraignment on murder charges in the Stanford White case. He reserved the right to withdraw the plea next Tuesday and indicated the defense will seek emotional insanity as the basis for release. The defense clues toward use of alienists to support insanity.
Harry K. Thaw was indicted for murder in the first degree for the Stanford White death. His wife Evelyn Nesbit Thaw testified to the grand jury but was excused. Thaw will plead later and no trial date is set until the district attorney returns.
The anti saloon drive in Kansas City Kansas intensified with threats to demolish saloon buildings if owners rent to joint keepers. C W Trickett assistant attorney general appointed to enforce the prohibition law, warns property owners as about 16 saloons remain. County officials have seized liquor and fixtures from 15 establishments and destroyed portions of property.
Miss Shuth Wilson of Marengo and J A Cummings of New York married at Ottumwa noon Wednesday after an elopement. The pair fled Monday, aided by arresting officer, and traveled via Town City Amana and Ottumwa Junction before a mobile ceremony at the McElroy Hotel with a New York friend as best man. The couple plans to settle in New York.
Police say no arrests yet after Wednesday night blast at 36 30 o clock in Dubuque at the Casino amusement hall of St Marys German Catholic church. Explosion shattered boiler room windows and damaged three floors. Two youths fled in a buggy just before the blast. damage estimated in the hundreds of dollars.
The Christian church convention at Iowa City elected state board officers led by J. Afadison Willams as president and F L Moffitt as vice president. Drake University trustees were set for terms, and the convention endorsed Anti Saloon League temperance work praising Dr. McCash. Delegates to the American Anti Saloon League gathering were named with next year’s convention scheduled for Des Moines June 24 to 26.
A large steam dredge works on the Purgatory slough ditch, a 16 mile long canal 30 to 35 feet wide and 4 to 10 feet deep. When finished it will reclaim thousands of acres of land now flooded and allow tile drainage for Sherman and Center townships. Dozens of bridges must be rebuilt as dredges cross roads.
Four firemen were hoisted twenty feet above five large furnaces at the American Foundry Company plant in East St Louis Illinois. They were stranded for about half an hour when the electric crane operators descended in distress after an apparent blackout. Rescue efforts followed as smoke and heat filled the roof area.
Gov Hoch endorses a Kansas state denatured alcohol distillery saying it would employ many convicts and curb unlawful refinery measures. He argues the plan would lower light and fuel costs, despite previous court rulings that blocked a state oil refinery bill.
Seymour of Sioux City is in critical condition after a piece of cake at a hotel contained a nearly inch long nail. The nail lodged in the roof of his mouth causing severe pain. He received surgical attention and was moved to a hospital where attempts to close the jaw continued amid infection and danger to life.
Robert Showalter and Miss Abbie Shumway, residents ten miles west of Marshalstown, were struck by lightning Wednesday evening while returning from a crew event. Showalter may recover. Shumway is in serious condition, feared to die after the bolt struck under a maple tree.
A cable message to the Navy Department in Washington Friday from Commander Hosiery reports the squadron of the dry dock Dewey preparing to leave Bingeeypore bound for the naval base at Subic Bay, with Epes as the squadron’s permanent station.
A degraded regiment of guards at St Panac held a reception of resolutions upholding actions of parliament and the crown. The regiment demanded more police protection amid tensions and unrest reported in the area.
Paris reports France will not remit the three month sentence on Elliot F. Shepard of New York grandson of W H Van Gerdilt for running down and killing a girl with an automobile. The decision notes a possible reduction to six weeks but no start date set for imprisonment.
A midtown Sioux City message reported Hornick in Woodbury County was burning with no firefighting in town. By 3 15 Saturday morning four buildings including a large dry goods store a general store a saloon and a restaurant were destroyed as fire raged through the business block.
Hail Mann aged 13 of Sheldon died from lockjaw caused by stepping on a rusty nail while barefoot at a Ply. Tuesday last week. No signs appeared until Monday when lockjaw began. Several physicians were called, but efforts failed.
The Farmers' Cooperative Creamery at Mason City burned to the ground with an estimated loss of 2500 dollars and about 5900 dollars of butter destroyed. Authorities suspect incendiary origin. Citizens vote to rebuild at once and transfer funds raised for the Fourth of July celebration to the creamery directors.
Unclear wording reports Captain Wynne in the marine department near Washington may resign from a position tied to presidential appointment oversight. The record notes absence of formal resignation in some accounts and ongoing questions about his status.
An attorney reporting threats tied to a local case states the attorney general office issued writs in connection with actions against a city. The details describe ongoing legal pressure surrounding a residence dispute and related procedural steps.
A float event in Washington drew attention as Mate Ted Py sat aboard, prompting spectators and organizers to assess the procession and its route through the capital city.
Robert G. Proctor once secretary to Senator Ledge was arrested in Boston Friday on larceny charges for allegedly taking 225 dollars from John G. Bestgen. Bestgen claims the money was paid as a contribution to the Republican campaign fund. The sentence was deferred.
Berlin rejects claims that Germany and Austria are bolstering military forces near the Russian border amid unrest in Russia. The foreign office says the reports are unfounded and no such mobilization is planned.
Western League baseball games set for Sioux City list matchups with Omana Des Moines Lincoln and Poetio. July dates include the 7th 8th 19th 11th 12th 24th 15th and 28th 27th 23rd 29th across several teams.
The person white succeeds in opening the safe in the office of the county treasurer at Boone will be well repaid. The safe resists all efforts by a Des Moines expert who finally gave up in disgust. It contains money and valuables and may require destroying the door to reach them.
Rev. C. A. Marshall a prominent Congregational minister in northeastern Town collapsed and died in Cresco on Thursday. He appeared well in the morning, went about town performing duties, and died at home likely from heart failure.
Frank Forsythe a farmer living near Atlantic probably died after falling about ten feet from a cherry tree landing on his head and shoulders causing a broken back authorities report the incident is considered fatal by local officials.
A Thursday incident in Ottumwa led to multiple injuries as four rear-end parkers collided after a pursuit. Authorities reported sustaining charges as investigations continue with responders on scene.
Fragmentary OCR text mentions a girl involved in a shooting or threat, with unreadable terms and names. Details of location, people, and exact events are obscured, but the item records a gun-related incident affecting a female subject.
A report states Theslore Williams died after a train incident involving two Northwestern cas and a council incident. He sustained fatal injuries and authorities are investigating the circumstances surrounding the event.
Arthur Karterman son of Dr Mon Toe R Karterman of Yda Grove passed a forged $346 check on People's Savings Bank at Cadar Rapids April 6 and was arrested in Omaha through Pinkerton Detective Agency and the American Bankers' Association. He had been using endorsements of relatives to operate.
Division Freight and Passenger Agent W. B. Warner of the Milwaukee road, residing at Masonity, was injured in the Gladbrook wreck on the Great Western. He was thrown from his berth and is suffering a badly injured knee.
Secretary of the Christian church convention at Iowa City reports statewide membership rose by 4 599 in the past year with over 60 new converts from mission work.
Nine month old Orville Suwicker, son of WLHL Stocker of Ottumwa, pulled a coffee urn from the table at breakfast and was scalded to death in a tragic accident.
Albert Watthier a 56 year old barber died by suicide in Ottumwa using carbolic acid after a day of heavy drinking. He acted alone and his death is being investigated by local authorities.
Siou x City's new construction surge continues with five hundred buildings in progress this summer. Contractors call the figure the most conservative estimate, reflecting rapid growth in the local building boom.
Dr. Frank Murethy was charged with violating a city health ordinance tied to sanitary rules. The case involved alleged violation related to a restriction on a public space and a monetary assessment of E10.
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