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Newspaper
Monticello Express
Location
Monticello, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 29, 1915
Page
6
M E Cowell of Cedar Falls, about 70, was indicted on three counts by Grundy Center grand jury. He was arrested by Sheriff Bockes, pleaded not guilty, and posted 1500 bond. Fire destroyed his barn. Wiebrands placed him near the farm the night of the blaze.
Cedar Rapids officials of the Knights of Columbus announce the Iowa state convention will take place May 24 and 25. A third degree initiation is planned for May 28 drawing 500 to 600 knights from across the state. Iowa has 50 councils each entitled to two delegates.
In Greenfield a special election approved a five mill tax to support a $10,000 Carnegie library. Women voters led the effort with 180 in favor and 68 against, while men opposed 124 to 158. Proponents carried by a 78 vote margin as support funds were raised.
Vernon Marshall of near Bloomfield was run over by his own tractor during spring plowing. He suffered both legs broken below the knee several ribs broken and the right side of his lower jaw fractured.
The George Neuschwan Ger farm west of Red Oak sold to J. M. Tryrear of Mills County in a cash deal at 200 dollars an acre. The Montgomery county land sales total since January 1 reaches 2,355,804.60 dollars.
Peter Christian of Pittsburgh, a labor agitator, was fatally injured while attempting to board a freight train at Missouri Valley. Both legs were cut off by the wheels and he died shortly after the accident.
Grinnell College has awarded contracts for two additional dormitory buildings to be finished before September. The project, costing over $80,000, will extend dormitory privileges to more than 300 college women.
A 25 year old identified as Siouix City Salm Maki was killed instantly while attempting to flip a Great Northern train. His body was cut in two across the shoulders. He is believed to be from Duluth.
Thomas Cannon sold a 120 acre farm two miles south of Duncombe to James Fitzgerald of Duncombe for 225 dollars per acre. The sale confirms the price and location in a rural transfer.
The electric light plant is under way at Clearfield. Power will be supplied by large engines running on a crude coal oil fuel.
In Norwich, 22 year old Barl King killed himself in the woods near his home due to ill health. The death is ruled a suicide by his act. No other persons were involved.
Illinois Rock Island clubs urge Philadelphia authorities to route the Liberty Bell over the Rock Island line through Des Moines area on its trip to the Panama exposition.
Logan Peter Christian of Philadelphia died at a Missouri Valley hospital from injuries after a flat tire fell and severed both legs.
Timothy Taylor, a well known Dubuque resident, drowned after entering a launch tied to the riverbank. He was overcome by a dizzy spell and fell into the deep water and died.
Fort Dodge report says Dr. B. H. North, a longtime veterinarian, died from injuries after a rock was accidentally thrown by 14 year old Jabu Cody. The accident occurred in Clare as North was working nearby.
Atlantic court records show Francis Dunn, age 17, found not guilty of killing T. J. McEntry after a week on trial before Judge Rockafellow. The defense argued the youth acted to protect his mother from abuse by the dead man as witnesses testified to prior mistreatment. The courtroom was crowded throughout the proceedings.
Mr C E Eliott of Mount Pleasant received telegrams from Ramsey County coroner in St Paul reporting his son killed and later two sons killed. Dispatches say two men aged 22 and 35 were found dead in bed due to illuminating gas asphyxiation.
Minburn report states C. B. Lewellyn, a well known farmer, died by suicide at his home in the hayloft. Ill health prompted the act after a failed attempt to regain health in California. His son discovered the body as family notes reveal brooding over the trip.
Ida Grove reports Will E. Johnstone long time Republican leader and former state convention chairman leaves with Edward Cassady of Whiting for a 15000 mile Orient tour. They will visit California expositions, spend a week in Honolulu, and split six weeks between Japan and the eastern coast of China.
Mason City report says the Peoria publicity fellowship booster special with 300 members will arrive May 18. The group travels by a special Pullman train and will tour several cities in Iowa Minnesota and Wisconsin.
Luther Dewey aged 28, son of Mrs Harriet Dewey and brother of Mrs Sarah Trumbo, living near Marshalltown, hanged himself in a barn Sunday. The act is attributed to illness and the body was found in the evening.
It is estimated that about forty buildings will be erected in New London this spring and summer. The growth is gradual not a boom and the new structures are mainly residences with two churches and a store building.
Voters approved 120000 in bonds with 822 for and 150 against. Bond package allocates 90000 for a new high school and 30000 for a ward school. district officials plan construction and funding steps.
Cedar Rapids announces A. G. Thurman formerly with Iowa Agricultural College at Ames has been named Linn county instructor for farmers at a salary of 2500 dollars.
Mrs. Joseph Hanzlik jumped from a buggy attached to a runaway horse and struck her head, suffering a fractured skull with little chance of recovery.
Logan J M Davison of Parker Iowa was seriously injured when his car, traveling at high speed, overturned between Logan and Missouri Valley injuring head and body in a wreck involving the vehicle and its occupant.
Mrs. Sarah Carrigan was likely fatally burned when she touched a match to kerosene soaked kindling. The article records the accident in Keokuk and notes the deadly outcome for Carrigan.
A kitchen fire at a Rock Rapids cafe caused by kerosene poured from a can exploded injuring cook Mrs Breazing. She suffered severe internal and external burns and died from the injuries.
The third prisoner to escape from the Fort Dodge jail succeeded in breaking from a central cage in the county prison, venturing to liberty after weeks of confinement.
S. S. Melchert of Bloomfield and five companions narrowly escaped injury when their auto caught fire from a defective ignition and gasoline leakage while traveling to Ottumwa.
The trial of Police Chief George Peirce on graft charges nears conclusion. A notable moment includes defense chief counsel J. L. Kennedy’s name entering the proceedings.
Des Moines reports indicate miscommunication over the Hilsinger quarantine bill revising limits from one to three miles with possible five-mile extends. Acting Secretary Vrooman warned the bill would trigger a statewide quarantine. Houston disagreed, supporting a three-mile limit with a five-mile extension option.
Iowa officials prepare a printed ruling to guide liquor firms shipping intoxicants into the state after January 1, 1916. The issue covers whether out of state traveling salesmen may solicit orders and how Webb Kenyon and state laws apply to mail sales for personal use or bootlegging.
A damage suit is expected against Pottawattamie County after the death of Mrs. Hardy Ferguson of Avoca and serious injuries to Elmer Koetjie when their car plunged into the Nishnathotna River after a bridge washed out. A coroner's jury faulted the county for negligence and noted the washed out bridge on the Cuppy road lacked warning lights.
Vanderhuizen carries a stolen diamond cache aboard a Kimberley to Cape Town train. James betrays him for half the loot and lures him toward a waterless desert trap. Thirst and treachery collide as Inspector Thompson corners the pair at a final waterless pool.
Grinnell birdman W C Robinson and pupil Miles Irmis completed a twenty five mile flight to Marshalltown in twenty minutes. Irmis piloted most of the way while Robinson plans a Grinnell to Ames hop for a farmers picnic.
Ida Grove reports Otto Frolich a wealthy Holstein resident tried to take his own life by slashing his throat. His wife’s cries drew Peter Arp who restrained Frolich and wrested away the knife before a fatal wound could be dealt.
Samuel Lee, 88, longtime Henry county resident of New London, died recently after a period of poor health. He lived in the county for seventy six years and his passing was anticipated due to his illness.
Ottumwa reports Agency city council approves spending 10000 dollars for enlarging Agency High School. The project includes building expansion and creation of manual training and domestic science departments.
Four months ago L. D. Jenkins of Rodman, age 23, drove into a Fort Dodge garage and left his automobile. Since then no word has come, despite his parents' efforts to locate him.
Mason City reports the case of Mrs. Charlotte Van Horn set for trial before District Judge Edwards of Parkersburg on charges of shooting to death her husband after numerous delays.
Thousands of acres of cultivated ground face submersion as the Mississippi floods. The river climbs at about one foot daily and a twelve foot stage is feared. Local residents monitor rising levels and anticipate widespread inundation.
The piece argues that fat is not a disease but a result of fatty degeneration observed after death in organs like the heart liver brain and rarely kidney. It criticizes old theories that fat caused death and replaced vital tissues in a bygone era of ignorance.
The inward ear margin tip named Woolner's Tip was first reproduced by sculptor Woolner in his Darwin bust. Darwin argued the tip is a remnant of a folded ear wrinkle, evidence of human descent from lower animals.
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