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Newspaper
Lemmon The State Line Herald
Location
Lemmon, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Aug 14, 1908
Page
6
A broad review lists accidents deaths and political notes. Prominent figures include Farward W. Green and Rear Admiral WT Rwinhyrne, with names from New York and Brooklyn. Accidents kill and injure multiple people across states. international items reference Honduras trade and European court actions.
Chicago August 9 police gained a lead in the Mudlaxe murder case. Two twelve year old boys testified that Tulfa Shashem entered Hussin Nemmer’s home with Nemmer and was later found murdered. A warden nearby said a dog sniffed and howled at a door before being kicked away. Evidence at 102 Mather Street included saws and a long knife with possible blood stains. Nemmer faced interrogation and a Third Degree inquiry while police questioned fathers of boys alleging advances toward their sons.
At a national convention of dairy and food departments manufacturers acknowledge preservatives are used in some foods. The concerted critique from officials calls for ending chemical colorings in canned goods and urges strict enforcement of food laws to curb adulteration.
Jackson Michigan August 2 an engine weight fell from Milone bridge over the Des Moines river injuring engineer W T Muir and a tender. Muir was crushed between engine and tender but survived with severe burns and is expected to recover in weeks as rescuers worked with oxen to free him.
Arrangements were completed for a new hotel in St. Paul costing $1,000,000. The structure will rise on the site of the Windsor hotel and is to be completed within a year. Officials urge rapid support and expedited work start.
Capt. Baldwin piloted the army airship over Port Meyer in a nearly five mile demonstration. The craft rose to 290 feet, reached speeds of 18 to 20 miles per hour, and completed circles and spins under uniform control. Officials said the wind and mechanics operated perfectly and the test was satisfactory for an official trial.
A Berlin report notes a national subscription drive to honor Count Zeppelin and fund a new airship after the Hindenburg disaster. Donations exceed 75,000 marks with government support of 125,000 marks and an official account of Emperor William’s regret. A Stuttgart meeting announced plans for another dirigible model, while investigators cite an unexplained explosion and hydrogen self-ignition as the probable cause.
New York reports Pauline Miskam and her sister Mingle Miskam both seventeen of Union Hill accused of stealing $3,000 in gems from their father Fred Miskam’s jewelry store. The alleged crime involved three bays with money and jewelry. The sisters, socially known in Union Hill, supposedly spent time in the White Light district on Broadway.
In Helena, S. C. Watts was fined 800 dollars and Gertie Williams 100 dollars after both were indicted under Montana anti pass laws. Watts, a brakeman, obtained a pass for his wit and gave it to Williams. This marked the first conviction of its kind in the state.
Sixteen ships of the U S Atlantic Fleet under Rear Admiral Charles Sperry arrived in Auckland after a 30 day voyage from San Francisco with a six day Honolulu stop. Crowds filled streets as Prime Minister Sir Joseph Ward welcomed the fleet and Admiral Sperry expressed Roosevelt’s ideals and praised crew improvements after the long voyage.
In Zumbrota Minnesota nine year old Ernest Lovhareki died after drinking part of a bottle of whisky. He drank around 4 p m Friday and lost consciousness later. A coroner's inquest may be held.
In Winona Minnesota on August 11 a thief stole 80 dollars from Mrs Koch in Fountain City and left a note for 2000 dollars. The note was later returned through a screen door opening.
In Marshalltown Iowa on August 11 Harry Mackman seventeen and his twelve year old brother were thrown from a wagon when the frightened team bolted as a passing automobile approached. Both were injur ed and dazed. In Marie Michigan also August 11 Joseph Killackey twenty fell into the ship canal above the locks and was drowned while walking along the widening job work.
Mrs Mary Maturk a renowned Walnut Hill university teacher receives one half of an estate valued at 100000 dollars after decades in education. The Aug 11 notice from Springheld Ohio records her entitlement following years of service.
In Ste Marie Michigan on August 11 William Helier applied carbolic acid to a tooth and accidentally swallowed poison. He died shortly after at a local hospital.
Mary Fouts a 27 year old resident of Creek near Letcher County eludes a posse in a lengthy pursuit. Deputies backed by the state marshal chase the so called Maiden Moonshiner who evaded capture and escaped with authorities claiming the woman posed a public danger. The standoff ends with Fouts remaining at large as officers recount the lengthy pursuit.
Chicago August 11 reports indicate primary results are not yet clear for Anesis and Definite Figures. Campaigns face delays with multiple candidates including Adilia Ko Brew and A. J. Hopkins mentioned. state and national races awaiting final tallies amid scattered messenger and boat counts.
In Ternerville Illinois a coroner's jury assessed the hermit's death as natural causes after the discovery yesterday of nearly 24 100 dollars in a box car. Peter Mesur the subject of the inquiry is linked to the case as the hermit found dead.
Commissioner of the Bureau of Immigration reports a serious incident during a summer vacation in Sheprite town W VI. The subject is recovering from a severe fall and terrain shock after a mishap in Washington Falls area.
In Watertown on August 10 11 year old youth prepares to land first prize at the sale exhibit. Strong committees work gathering exhibits to make the rest of metal items better and noted.
Aug. 11 reports list wheats, corn, oats and barley prices at Minneapolis Duluth Chicago Milwaukee and Sioux City exchanges. Livestock values include hogs cattle and calves with range estimates for beaeves stockers and feeders and yearlings.
Ricord a prominent Buff alon g was instantly killed and Jord 0 was perhaps fatally injured in a head on collision as trains their automobile structure head on near Bull Buffalo New York on August 1.
A fragmented report notes a lynching of a Black youth identified as Lyndney Titton in Georgia on August 11, following an alleged insult to a white youth. Details are unclear due to damaged text.
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