McKinney Trial Opens Insanity Defense for Ward Cruelty Case
In Aledo Illinois on December 26 the trial of Archibald and Mrs. McKinney for cruelty to their ward Stella Grady resumed. Defense attorney Cook opened, pledging to prove the husband knew nothing of alleged cruelty while alleging the wife is insane. First witness Martha Falkner testified about the home from which Stella was taken.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Aledo
Stredal
Archibald McKinney
Stella Grady
Cook
Martha Falkner
Ulincois
Pele
McKinneys
Double Lynching Reported in Barnwell South Carolina
News from Barnwell South Carolina describes a brutal double lynching in daylight. Sheriff Creech wired Governor Heyward as white merchant H S Craddock was killed by Frank and John Deloache two black men who were arrested and later shot to death after removal from custody.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Barnwell
South Carolina
Columbia
S. C
Creech
Heyward
H. S. Craddock
Frank
John Deloache
Verdict Rendered In Death Of Mrs Todd On Tracks
Philadelphia report states a coroner’s jury rendered a verdict in the death of Mrs Margaret Todd a New York widow whose body was found on the tracks at Fairmount Park in October The jury concluded she came to her death in a manner not fully described in the fragmentary dispatch indicating uncertainty about the circumstances surrounding the incident.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Margaret Todd
Philadelphia
Curaiars
New York
Pairment Park
Old Resident Deaod Thomas Grace Passes at Farley
Thomas Grace, one of the oldest residents of the state, was found dead in bed this morning at Farley in Dubuque county Iowa. He was in his eighty second year and had lived there for the past few years.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thomas Grace
Farley
Dubuque
Dubuque County
Iowa
Walford Man Kills Self Over Domestic Troubles
Charles Zaborkeitsky of Walford died by his own hand this morning after domestic troubles. He was well known in Walford and his act caused considerable surprise among friends in Cedar Rapids, Iowa New special report confirms the tragedy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Walford
Cedar Rapids
Charles Zaborkeitsky
Postponed Meeting of Board of Supervisors
The meeting of the board of supervisors to hear claims for damages on drainage district No 2 has been postponed until Wednesday January 3.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Board of Supervisors
STRI NEW SUITS TO HAVE SWITCH PLANS INQUIRY
A surge of litigation heads the January district court term with cases including Geisler vs Brown for 65.74 and Peasley vs Grady for 400 plus interest and taxes. Guardians named for Clarence Ressler and Della Worley estates accompany a wider docket featuring replevin Beyers Bros. case and other promissory notes. Rock Island engineers explore a switch near Wyomin g hill to serve a clay bed poised for a Muscatine pipe factory with Monmouth tests supporting plant prospects.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Court House
District Court
Fred Geisler
H. F. Brown
Charles L. Peasley
John F. Grady
Rudolph Marolf
Henry Maroll
Ir J. Carskaddan
A. Cone
Ve. H. N. Gates
H. M. Bartlett
Roy Cochran
Kate L. Cone
John Stoom
Mira Ressler
Clarence Ressier
Reuben Marks
Della O. Worley
Beyers Bros. & Company, Livestock Corporation
George ‘Baker
Jackson
Mr. Nye
Rock Island
Topeka
Kansas
Greiner
Wyoming ‘Hill
Nye
Muscatine
Monmouth
Poe
New Saw Mill Promoter Seeks Duluth Investor in This City
William Calvert of Duluth Minnesota toured the old Hershey property prospect for a large saw mill to be built in the region. He praised the city, favored locating here, and hopes to secure the Hershey site. Calvert plans to return north tonight and resume talks soon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William ‘Galvert
Duluth
Mimma
Calvert
Colvert
William.Colvert Sr
Minn
Washington
Louisiana
Mississippi Valley
Society Notes On Postponed Club Meetings At Christmas
Many club gatherings have been delayed due to preparations for family reunions during the holiday season. Homes across the region host reunions as relatives visit from distant cities and social calendars pause for Christmas dinners. The railway station sees travelers and guests, while local gatherings proceed only when possible amid the season’s gaiety.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alhost
Funeral of William Coberg Held in Fairport
The funeral for the late William Coberg was conducted Saturday afternoon at 2 o’clock from the New Era chapel with Rev. Mr. O’Lander of Rock Island presiding. Burial followed in the Brandt family lot at Fairport cemetery. Floral tributes were plentiful and pallbearers included Herman Winshe Otto Christensen Paul Kietschman Max Kietschman William Sauer and George Sauer.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William Coberg
New Era
O'Lander
Rock Island
Brandt
Fairport
Herman Winshe
Otto Christensen
Paul Kietschman
Max Kietschman
William Sauer
George Sauer
Jack Smith Released After Alleged Knife Assault
Jack Smith, a Black man, was released this morning after a caretaker examination found Fred Bowman’s knife wounds were less serious than first thought. Bowman did not press charges, and Smith claimed the injury was accidental amid fooling behavior with no ill will.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jack Smith
Fred Bowman
Caretr
Bowman
Fred
Merritt Blames Roosevelt for Interfering in Speakership Fight
New York December 26 Assemblyman E A Merritt Jr a speakership candidate accuses President Roosevelt of meddling in the Assembly race as part of a plan to gain party control in New York Connecticut and Ohio He questions whether the action stems from a wish to run things or to push favorable legislation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Merritt
Roosevelt
New York
N. Y
E. A. Merritt, Jr
Assembly
Connecticut
Ohio
Jefferson County Court House Fire at Louisville
A Louisville Louisville Kentucky dispatch reports the Jefferson County Court House, an old ornate building housing all records and the Henry Clay statue, is burning. The flames reach the roof and threaten the upper floors, endangering the dome and surrounding areas.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jefferson County Court House
Louis
Louisville
Christmas Party at Berry Home on Cedar Street
A jolly crowd gathered last evening at Mr and Mrs Ummet Berry s Cedar Street home for a Christmas party. Seven couples enjoyed gifts from a Christmas tree, with thoughtful presents creating a festive, winter scene before an excellent supper.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ummet Berry
Cedar Street
Pleasant Reunion at Melroy Home with Five Siblings
At 509 Mulberry street J E McElroy hosted a 31 relative reunion after 19 years. The day featured a Christmas tree with gifts, a four course dinner, and music. Attendees included C V Van Epps Sheldon Iowa D Brown Dexter Iowa Clarence Brown Madison Wis E A Allbee Montpelier W J McElroy Town City Gus Allbee and Mrs S W Nolan Columbus Junction plus family ties.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Melroy
J. E. McElroy
Mulberry Street
Brown
Irene Allbee
Isaac McElroy
C. V. van Epps
Sheldon
Iowa
D. 5. Brown
Dexter, Tu
Clarence Brown
Madison
Wis
E. A. Allbee
W. J. McElroy
Montpelier
Chas. Brown
Gus. Allbee
S. W. Nolan
Columbus Junction
Lizzie Mosher Held A Surprise Birthday Party
A complete surprise was given to Lizzie Mosher at her home 516 Mulberry Street on Christmas afternoon for her 13th birthday. The Star drill team girls organized the event with games and refreshments. Guests left many handsome presents as reminders of the occasion.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lizzie Mosher
Mulberry Street
Star
Lizzie
Family Reunion at the Watkins Home
Christmas gathering honors Ohio-born J. G. Watkins with a Watkins family reunion at Nichols. Celeste Croutcup hosts the event with 36 relatives served a five course dinner amid holly-decorated rooms.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Watkins
Nichols
J. G. Watkins
Ohio
Celeste Croutcup
Holly
Family Reunion at Dr H M Dean Home
The Dean family on West Third street celebrated Christmas together for the first time in years. Doctors Henry M Dean and three sons, all physicians, gathered with relatives including two daughters in law and grandchildren for a warm holiday dinner at the Dean residence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dean
West Third Street
Henry M. Dean
Harry Johnson Dean
Dorothy
Harry Johnson, Jr
City
Lee ‘Wallace Dean
Iowa City
Ray Herbert Dean
Christmas Dinner Honors Miss Lorena Abbott in City Visit
A Christmas dinner was held at the home of Mr and Mrs Fred Pentzer on East Eighth street. Relatives and friends entertained Miss Lorena Abbott of Chicago who is visiting the city. Abbott has been the honored guest at several inner parties during her stay.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fred Pentzer
Hast Eighth Street
Lorena Abbott
Chicago
Miss
Pomeroy
Lil
W. F. Spence
Glancey
Keithsburg
August Peterson
Newico
Frank Sherer
S. S. Boruff
S. Noble and Family
Joy
Albert Shoppa
Wirship
Annie Cornell
Lord and Daughter
J. Mumey
Christmas Dinner At Mrs Walton’s Home
A Christmas dinner was hosted by Mrs J P Walton on Hast Highth street yesterday. Guests included Mrs Carrie B Ferler of Philip street, Mr and Mrs James Q Beatty of Pruitland, Mr and Mrs J B Hoopes and three children Amy Lin a ley and Austin from Stewart road, Edward Pinkham near Ainsworth, and Miss Anna Pinkham.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. P. Walton
Marriage at three o clock in the German Methodist Church
Albert Olberhaus and Ida Kaufman wed this afternoon at three in the German Methodist Church parsonage with Rev A H Feuertaler officiating. The couple, well known in the city, plan to reside on East Hill as friends extend congratulations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Albert Olberhaus
Ida. C.kaufman
A. H. Feuertaler
East Hill
Subscription Dance Invitation Promised January Ninth
A fragment notes a subscription dance invitation set for January ninth. The line hints at an event planned with an invitation and possible signup, but details are incomplete and the venue or organizers are not specified.
Kensington Invitation Afternoon at Mrs Blackwell’s
Mrs J S Blackwell issued invitations for a Kensington event to be held Friday afternoon at her home on Cherry Street. The notice specifies the gathering for this week.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kensington
Entertained in Honor of Miss Mildred Ruffner
A. B. C. club members hosted an event in honor of Miss Mildred Ruffner with friends in attendance at a local gathering.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mildred: Ruffner
The
A. B. C. Club
Miss Sadie Kuebler and Mae McDermott Honor Miss Mildred Ruffner
Guests Miss Sadie Kuebler and Miss Mae McDermott were entertained at the home of Misses and Margaret Niver on West For Street yesterday afternoon at six o'clock in honor of Miss Mildred Ruffner. Refreshments were served.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sadie Kuebler
Mae McDermott
Misses
Margaret Niver
Mildred Ruffner
Missionary Society to Meet at Mulberry Street Home
Members of the Missionary Society of the United Brethren Church will meet at Mrs. M A Bitzer's Mulberry Street home Wednesday evening. The session will start promptly at 7 30 o clock.
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So “$Ociety
The
United Brethren’ ‘Church
M. A. Bitzer
Mulberry Street
Ender
Christmas entertainment at St Marys hall on Lucas street
A Christmas program will unfold at St Marys hall on Lucas street this evening with a drama by young people followed by Santa Claus and a gift distribution to attendees.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Mary's Hall
Lucas Street
Santa Claus
Miriam Aid Society Meets at Mrs Hackett's on East Fourth Street
The Miriam Aid Society will meet Wednesday afternoon with Mrs C J Hackett on East Fourth Street. Refreshments will be served. Banner Lodge holds a regular session at the K P hall at 7 30 this evening and all sessions will be at the K P hall until further notice. Willing Workers are not meeting this week. the meeting is postponed two weeks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Miriam Aid Society
C. J. Hackett
East Fourth Street
Banner Lodge
K. P. Hall
Vote on Proposition by Local Type-Union Members
Local printers vote on a proposed extra assessment to support union members if the new eight hour law for job printing offices takes effect January 1, 1906. The International union advises backing offices not yet under the rule and considers a further 10 percent assessment to aid striking workers nationwide.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Type-Union Vete
On &N
Typographical Union
International Union
International Organization
Local News Highlights From The City
Local notes report dental clinic sale of a second hand cab at Frank Bowmat's and a list of marriage licenses issued at the court. Several residents travel for holidays, including Dessa Holfman visiting Kewanee and Carl Schmidt returning to Chicago from the Shafrit home. Mrs. Neidig and J. C. Wickham family arrivals from Mount Vernon, Pennsylvanian holiday visits noted. Also mentions Horse Hotel and boarding services on Mulberry Street run by Andy Brossert with meals provided.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
N. A. Neidig
Cc. Wickham and Son
Bry
Mount Vernon
M. H. Bitzer
A. J. Neidig
Fragmented plea dissolves into romance dialogue
Fragmentary dialogue shows a tense moment between two characters with pleading whispers and defiant reassurances. The garbled OCR hints at a conflict where one urges loyalty while the other dismisses fear of ruin. Only partial names or settings are readable.
Young man Henry Haffey killed in Montana shop
Word from Muscatine reports Henry Haffey, formerly of the city, died Christmas day in the Northern Pacific shops at Livingston, Montana. He was accidentally killed while at work, left Muscatine seven months ago for Montana, and has no close relatives here. He is son of Mrs. Jesse Tuman, who with her husband was murdered near Sherfey Woods in August 1902. Burial plans are unclear.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Muscatine
Henry Haffey
Northern Pacific Railway
Livingston
Montana
Haffey
New Bostop
Jesse Tuman
Sherfey Woods
Winter Bird Neighbors Taming of Arctic Travelers
From St Nicholas, a study of winter birds that migrate south to milder climates. Rosy red polls, creepers, kinglets, chickadees appear fearlessly near humans, while crossbills and grosbeaks nest in northern spruce forests. Snow buntings and larks keep wary distance due to predators like foxes and ermine.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Great
North
Chickadee
St.Nicholas
Remarkable Escape During Terror Reign of Paris
During the terror in Paris M. de Chateaubrun was among twenty prisoners slated for execution. The guillotine malfunctioned after fifteen had fallen, leaving five prisoners bound and watched by a curious crowd. He gradually moved toward the front, and as night fell he slipped away. In the Champs Elysees a passerby freed him by a ruse, and he soon escaped to safety.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Paris
M. de Chateaubrun
Champs Elysees
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Deaod
Leindecker Farm
C. W. Russel
Anlrica
Groric
Yege
B. Kemper & Son
Blanchard’s Meat Market
C. E. Richards
Pine Street
Doallar
G. M. Titus
Iowa Avenue
Peczaz Peleveizh
William Calvert
Duluth, Minn
Loca
Tion
Shey Property
Society
William Goberg
Ville
Henry Clay
Tell
Berry
Hotel Grand
Des Moines
Leila Thompson
Maudé van Atta
Blanche Munn
Jessie Stirlen
Julia Niver
Margareth Niver
Helen Lezotté
Anna Wilson
Anna Kern
R. L. Thompson
George Koenigsaecker
Pentzer
Kle
Missionary Meeting
Frank Bowmat’s
Dessa Holfman
Kewanee
Ill
Carl Schmidt
Herman Schmidt
Bert E. Lockerold
Jessie P. Clark
Albert H. Oberhouse
Ida C. Kaufman
Horse Hotel
Mulberry
Andy Brossert
Ben Richman
Haffey Was the Son
Jesse Tu
Sherfey
Dar. L
E. H. King
4Th Street
Attorneys AT Law
P. Ingham
Med Street
W. D. Barkez
Carskaddan
Burk
LAW
Muscatitse
Lowe
West Second Street
J. D. Horst
West Refond Street
Generet
J. H. Munroe
Towa
M. Titus
Tite & Jackson
Iowa Ave
Alt Pee
Richman & Righma Attorneys
Annd &,Disevena
Ofice
Thos. Brown
First National Bank
Smuscatine
Dows
Fred G. Pentzer
Henry, Jayne
Wm. Bofmen
Arthus Hofmen
Jayco
First National I Bank
Stein
D.¥. Jackson
M. Hughes
G. Stein
D. V. Jackson
R. Reuling
W. E. Bliven
J. Cardkaddan
Sewrer
S.M. Hughes
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