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Newspaper

Ireton Weekly Ledger

Location

Ireton, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Mar 02, 1906

Page

6

Mob Attacks Negros After Springfield Shooting Riot

A mob in Springfield Iowa attacks, loots, and burns in the aftermath of a Tuesday morning shooting of brakeman M. M. Bavis by Preston Ladé and Edwaard Dean. Police and militia guard the area as fires spread through the “jungles” district. two Black men were jailed for safety amid threatened lynching. The incident echoes a prior 2 year old lynching in Springfield.

Springfield Brakeman M. M. Bavis Prestom -Ladé Edwaard Dean Dayton Ines Sherif Almont Gov. Battison Sis Richard Dixon Negra Spritefield Hem- Ekember Sajoen Khreeshk 2 Po- Nee

Trial Finds Reverend Ware Guilty in Federal Conspiracy Case

In Onnaia Nebraska Rev George Ware rector of Tadwood and Lead churches and president of the T B Land and Carle Company Hooker County Nebraska was found guilty by a jury in federal court of conspiracy to defraud the government through false homestead entries. On appeal a new trial was requested with bonds set at 5904 dollars.

Onnaia George Ware Entire Haron Tadwood Lead T. B. Land and Carle Company Hooker County

May Be Able to Lift Lid on Blantha Case Ruling

A distorted courthouse note hints at a possible reconsideration of a high court decision in Blantha. Police from Si Loris are involved as the case turmoil continues, with authorities weighing new legal avenues.

Synrems Court Blantha Si Loris, Tx

Bic Robbery in Finland Leads to Public Inquiry

Fragmentary report notes a robbery involving a Bic brand item in Finland. The text includes unclear references to an audience and authorities, with scattered phrases and mistranscribed terms. no clear dates, names, or locations emerge from the readable content.

President Roosevelt Intervenes Again in Coal Strike

A New York dispatch reports President Roosevelt has intervened to mediate between coal miners and operators. After his letter to John Mitchell, UMWA president, a national convention will be held in Indianapolis on March 15 to seek a settlement and avert an April 1 strike. The meetings with Francis L Robbins and other industry leaders extended late Monday. Mitchell announced the convention would be called, though miners in Indianapolis had not yet reached an agreement with the operators.

New York Roosevelt John Mitchell United Mine Workers of America Indianapolis Rr. Afitehell Francis L. Robbins Pittsburg Coal Company W. C. Perry Southwestern Coal Association B. F. Bush Gould Railroads Mitchell Himelf

Guanabacao Riot Suppressed. One Suspect Captured

Havana reports describe a rural guard camp raided by rioters near Guanabacao. Police captured a single suspect. two dozen horses and a quantity of provisions were seized. Gen Baza and other liberal ex generals condemned the riot and offered help. Evidence points to political party tensions in Cuba.

Rodrigues Havana Fapaste Baza Lberal Guanabacan Avlor Cuba

Osler and Minot Debate Limits of Human Growth

Harvard embryology professor Minot challenges Osler by arguing growth ends by the 25th year and intellect ceases thereafter. Osler questions the timing of permanent fatigue and the notion of lifelong learning, stirring debate in New York City academia.

Harvard Cheries Minot Academy New York City Asing Osler Fife Ivarsinn

Trouble in China Sparks Riots and Self‑Stabbing Official

Washington report cites a Pekin dispatch on Nanchang violence linked to a dispute between French Jesuits and Chinese officials. A Chinese magistrate stabbed himself during a riot that broke out Sunday and was reportedly recalled, with efforts to restore order underway.

Washington Pekin Nanchang Sund Iwa Mi

British Disaster Report Confirmed at Te Saiur

In colonial era news, reports confirm a disaster event at Te Saiur with official acknowledgment. Authorities note financial implications and outline steps for relief. Further details are expected as investigations proceed.

Faliz w Cheat Gallows. ei) as placer. The throat

Faliz faces a case involving alleged manipulation or misdirection in a public act. The fragment hints at a betrayal or treacherous move connected to a dangerous situation. Further context is not available in the readable text.

Another Silver Wedding Gift Advices from Ess iHat Mrs Kroepap

Fragmentary text references a Prussia related gift topic and a fuel amount noted as 256. The readable portions mention Mrs Kroepap and Ess iHat with an unclear context suggesting a wedding gift discussion from a silver anniversary era.

EssiHat Kroepap Prussia Tgritven

Soloreskan Boilked oar TV nois and seeley tribute

Fragmentary text notes a TV-related incident or tribute involving Seeley and Pele. Readable elements reference a broadcast event and a reaction, with unclear specifics. Entities include Seeley and Pele. the rest remains obscured.

Soloreskan

Death of Honorable Speaker Henderson Ends A life of Service

Col David B Henderson former Speaker of the House dies at Mercy hospital Dubuque after a prolonged illness marked by a stroke last May. He faded over nine months with paralysis and blindness and died peacefully surrounded by his wife and daughters as family awaited the end.

Tony David B. Henderson Mercy Hospital Dubuque Owife Q. Valiant S Chamber Saturda Col. Henderson California

Mine Workers Say No Strike Planned April First

Vice President T L Lewis of the United Mine Workers declares no miners strike will occur on April 1 in a statement to the Associated Press from Indianapolis Indiana He says operators will restore the wage reduction and anthracite operators will follow the bituminous leaders toward a long era of peace under the forthcoming agreement He notes operators have yielded after the Indianapolis conference and accepted miners demands.

Lewis Indianapolis Ind T. L. Lewis United Mine Workers of America

Fennesse Feud Renewed with Three Men Fatally Wounded

In Woodbury Tennessee a feud flare between Motley and Johnson factions led to three men dying. Samuel Blair was shot four times in the abdomen, Bob Morley shot twice in the groin, Richardson Johnson stabbed in the throat. The conflict traces to a decade old distillery dispute and resurged during a candy pulling gathering on Saturday night. John Son fired on both Motleys and Morleys. the throat cutter remains unidentified.

Woodbury Tenn Johnson-Morley Cannan Samuel Blair Bob Morley Richardson Johnson Motleys Johnsons Motley Biliy John

Wreck of Southern Pacific Freight Trains Hurts Goods

Southern Pacific wreck through Friday destroys five freight cars packed with timewriters hats and high grade silk. Sentries guard the pile while thefts are reported as investigators catalogue the damaged cargo.

Southern Pacific

Bank Robbery Leaves City in Shock

A Missouri City bank robbery ended with the thieves fleeing the scene after forcing a vault entry and attempting to carry off nitroglycerine. Police and witnesses reported a tense pursuit as officers closed in on the suspects.

Missouri City Bank Hansas

Gen. T. Wood Dies After Long Illness at Darton

Maj. Gen. Thomas J. Wood died at his Darton residence on Saturday night after a long illness. He was the last survivor of the rated class at Weert Point.

T. Wood Thomas J. Wood Darton Weert Point

Moe Tarif War Fined in Local Dispute

A local dispute over a tariff led to fines for Moe Tarif. The outcome affects residents and businesses engaging in cross-border trade as authorities enforce penalties in the ongoing economic fray.

Moe Tarif War

Vague OCR Note From Bates Page Sparks Inquiry

Fragmentary text from a Bates page mentions Tro Viner and Baers with unclear context. The readable words imply a local item or notice but lack coherent details or events to define a concrete summary.

Crago Mare Arrest Details Reported in Local Brief

A fragmented item notes an arrest linked to Crago Mare and Arran with vague ages mentioned. The report references a suspect and a recent incident at a residence, with no clear charges or outcomes provided.

McCutchen not guilty in Ida County fraud case

The Ida County jury spent thirteen hours before acquitting Fred McCutchen of fraudulent banking charges. McCutchen, eldest son of the late ELH McCutchen of Holstein, faced trial after a 1904-td 1905 bank scandal left a $100000 deficit and estate settlement steps. Oscar Berger, another McCutchen Co. employee, faced separate trial scheduled for the next term.

Ida Grove Holstein Fabour Church Fred McCttehen Elh McCrtchen Fh Party Towa Republican State Central Committee Town E. Hi-MeCttehen Pneumonis Fred McCutchen and Co. Routsh Fred McCutchen Oscar’ Berger McCutchen

Five Seriously Burned In Des Moines Fire Accident

Des Moines man George Fleck mistook gasoline for kerosene igniting a base burner. He his wife and four daughters were hospitalized with severe burns and injuries from the blast as they fled in night clothing. The house suffered heavy damage and neighbors aided the rescue efforts.

Des Moines George Fleck Fleck

Eaton’s novel ice harvest method yields crystal blocks

W M Eaton of Emerson uses 100 galvanized iron tanks to freeze irrigation water into ice without cutting. He fills tanks in stages then inverts them and pours hot water to release neat crystal blocks. The process costs him less than 8 cents per 2 tar.

W. Mo Eaton Eaton Emerson

Horse Killed in Collision Between Two Young Men

A fatal crash occurred Friday night in Ireton when Albrin White and a Mr. Johnson collided after a party. Each rode a horse. Johnson's bill pierced White's driving horse, which died within minutes.

Albrin White

Harding Exonerated by Des Moines Police Board

Chief of Detectives Eli Harding was fully exonerated Friday night by the Des Moines board of police and fire commissioners after a trial before them. Sevan witnesses testified they were insulted by unwanted hugging and kissing.

Farmer Hangs Self Near New Sharon

A 45 year old farmer named Himeci Fred Victor near New Sharon died by hanging in a self inflicted act. No known cause is given for the tragedy. He left no wife and several children. He was described as a prominent young farmer in the community.

Himeci Fred Victor New Sharon

Tragic Fire Injury Report From Fortified Kitchen Alert

A young girl died after a kerosene spill caused a stove flare in a domestic kitchen. Emergency responders arrived as the blaze spread, with authorities noting the accident occurred amid routine cooking activities.

Unable to determine due to unclear source text

The provided text is garbled and does not contain readable facts to summarize into a newspaper card. No identifiable persons, organizations, dates, or events are present to craft a T S pair.

Polk County Des Moines Settler Referred in Trial

A deciphered fragment from Polk County records notes a Clarey settler linked to Des Moines and a case involving a trial Thursday. Names appear garbled but suggest local legal proceedings in 19th century Iowa.

Owl “Etthes Pree Haye Oaidaw Gehn Piers the Clarey Polk Testinty

Tragedy Strikes Quiet Town as Father and Daughter Die

Becker shot and killed 20 year old Mary Allen and wounded her mother, then killed himself after breaking into a home. Carl Becker, son of a prominent local farmer, was described as popular. both families are affluent and respected in the county.

Connnits Tiensane Carl Backer knea“Wiorrenee Allen Ain ‘Entertainment Becker

Appanoose County Supervisors Close Shortage Probe

The Appanoose County Board of Supervisors ended an inquiry into a $1,374 shortage in the treasurer’s office. Officials said funds were sufficient to cover the gap and described the issue as accidental, with no fraud intended. The board noted other office leakages and promised further investigations amid expected revelations.

Dinkeley Suipervisors Centerville Appanoose Supervisors Waters

Monona County Supervisors certify drainage district assessments

Monona County Supervisors pass resolutions certifying the benefit assessments for the Monona Harrigan drainage district totaling 402 494 dollars against property owners. They set April 8 as the payment date and instruct the treasurer not to issue paid receipts for protests. A similar resolution covers the Greghorn Gitch improvements totaling 118.07 dollars with payment due by January 1.

Monona County Onawa Monona-Harrigan

Wescott Must Serve After Two Trials

Hantontown man Martha Wescott, convicted of killing George Logue about five years ago, was committed to prison. A first trial led to a sentence of imprisonment, followed by appeals and a rehearing order from the supreme court. At a second trial Wescott was again convicted, with a lower court ruling upheld on appeal.

Hantontown Martha Wesscott George Logue Priday Wescott Are Supreme Court

Marne Man Ends Life in Home Tragedy

Andrew Rasmussen, 55, of Marne, drank turbelic aciné at his residence and was found by family in an out house. He died soon after from the effects of the substance. A note on a bottle read Good-by and forgive me. He leaves a wife and six children. no cause for the act is given. A watch and an old heirloom plate were left to his son.

Andrew Rasmussen Marne

Judge Josiah Given Dies After Long Illness in Des Moines

Judge Josiah Given of FlPesa Texas has left his post and settled in Des Moines as physicians report no hope for recovery. The obituary notes his long and active professional life and late decision to travel to Des Moines for care.

Dudge Given Josiah Given FlPesa Texas Mecamarines Es Moines Des Moines

Buena Vista Board Rejects Land Owners Drainage Petition

The Buena Vista County board of supervisors rejected a land owners petition to build a drainage ditch along the Coon River valley after a committee report. The plan estimated costs near 8200 000 and aimed to reclaim about 50 000 acres of land.

Buena Vista County Board of Supervisors Coon River

Willow Valley Electric Line Delegates Meet in Missouri Valley

Delegates from Missouri Valley Magnolia and Charter gathered at Missouri Valley to discuss the proposed Willow Waller electric line including franchise incorporation and rights of way. Chairman WV Edeecamb presided. Additional meetings are planned.

Willow Valley Electric Line Missouri Valley Magnolia Charter Willow Waller Electric Wv. Edeecamb

Muscatine Man Killed in Undisclosed Incident

David Grant a former Muscatine resident and contractor who worked on projects for Burlington and Red Oak was killed by another man. The report provides few details beyond the victim’s background and the fatal confrontation.

Muscatine David Grant Musactine Milwaukee Eutem Mussentine Gillumwa Burlington Red Oak Mrhin Ar Rankaker

Fragmented OCR note on street scene and names

An unclear OCR fragment describes a break in a phate on a street block with garbled names and phrases. The text mentions a ring, a price, and a person or place labeled BIO Boia Werth Dee Paige, but no clear event or outcome is discernible.

Buralare Phate Tlahtis Burnines Bio Boia Werth Dee Paige

Local Gazette Reports Fragmentary Notice

Fragmented OCR text shows a partial public notice with unreadable names and affiliations. The readable portions indicate a formal action or order from a local authority, but key details such as dates, places, and involved parties are obscured.

Death of David Henderson Former Speaker Dies at Mercy Hospital

David Bremner Henderson, born in Scotland in 1830, died at Mercy Hospital in Dubuque Iowa at age 56 from paresis. Veteran of the Civil War, he organized the Twelfth Iowa Volunteers and rose to colonel, later serving as congressman and as Speaker of the House. He had served as a prominent legislative figure, including roles in tariff and internal revenue matters, and was remembered for his long career in public service.

David B.henderson Idguse of Representatives Mercy E Hospital Dubuques Iowa Priday Gaulthéena Hendé Seypiembak David Bremner Henderson Old Deer Aberdideenshire Scothand Tury America David Wis Winebago Ilinois Jin Dilnois Henéiferson Parette Country Fort Henry Henderson Hender Som WR Dente Presiie Lincoln Iowa Infantry Tia Sime Tsun Shiras, van Dares & Ender

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