Saloon Jealousy Triggers Closures in Clinton
In Clinton a saloon dispute grows as jealousy among saloonkeepers and gamblers fuels closures. Fred Whitney’s establishment is already shut, with Mrs Louise Murphy pressing complaints. The saloons lack consent petitions and fail to follow mulch law, allowing easy closure by complaint.
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A. C. Rankin
Fred Whitney
Whitney
Louise Murphy
Charles Murphy
Chicago
Murphy
Banker's Son Robbed by Footpads Near Creston
Herbert MacDonald, son of J H McDonald of Sydney, was stopped by two robbers on a road from a dance in Creston Iowa. A pistol was pressed to his side, it discharged during the scuffle and the horse bolted. He is expected to recover. The assailants fled, intending to frighten him into revealing a bank vault combination.
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Creston
Herbert MacDonald
J. H. McDonald
Sydney
McDonald
Elopement Sequel Ties Isaac Whitney to Adultery Charge
Isaac Whitney of Oskaloosa was arrested on adultery charges after an alleged elopement with Mary Getts of Monroe, who owns a large Monroe farm. Both appeared before Justice Ross with preliminary examination set for January 3, after warrants from Ottumwa and Des Moines police.
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Oskaloosa
Isaac Whitney
Ottumwa
Des Moines
Mary Getts
Monroe
Ross
Car Load of Horses Lost in a Minneapolis Scam
Iowa farmer E. J. Sharf of Spencer arrived with a car load of horses selling to a stranger for 1300 dollars and taking a note. He alerted police when payment was not made. One man is arrested for larceny, claiming a fair deal and intent to pay. Five horses have been recovered.
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Iowa
Minneapolis
E. J. Sharf
Spencer
Death in Road Near Maquoketa Suspected Homicide
Davenport reports William O'Donnell found dead in the road near Maquoketa early Sunday. A search failed to revive him. he was bleeding at the temple and ears. His mittens and overshoes were off. Murder is strongly hinted. Jury concludes death from unknown causes.
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Davenport
William O'Donell
Maquoketa
Caus
Breweries Abolish Free Glass and Tray Distribution
Statement notes the end of distributing numerous trays glasses and related articles by breweries to retailers with purchases. This change aims to curb gifts and associated practices within trade.
Home Friends Organized From Chosen Friends
The Home Friends fraternal insurance society forms from the Chosen Friends remnants at Indianapolis. Officers include H. H. Morse as Councillor and J. C. Williams as Marshal with a regional shift to the eastern division. The plan follows the Chosen Friends with a removed disability clause and $1 000 insurance for those over six years.
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Indianapolis
Home Friends
Chosen Friends
Taxation of Promissory Notes and Bank Deposits Scrutinized
Lansing Mich Jan 2 President Campbell of the state tax commission notes promissory notes are hard to tax due to lacking public registries and private knowledge among parties. He says less than 1 percent of notes are taxed and deposits yield minimal reach by assessors. The report cites large bank deposits and small bond credits as also sparsely taxed.
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Lansing
Mich
Campbell
State Tax Commission
Michigan
Cape Colony Boers raid and Knox reports advances
London dispatches describe Colesburg fighting as 2 50 Boers capture 14 Nesbitt's horse men 76 Seer prisoners released and 4 000 rounds captured. Knox reports horses and 5 wagons taken. Cape invasion numbers rise to 5 000 with two-prong advance toward Malmesbury and Beaufort West.
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Cape Colony
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Colesbure
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Kitchener
War Office
Pretoria
Knox
DeWet
Lsager
French
Beyers
Smuts
Cape Town
The
Daily Mail
Sutherland
Malmesbury
Beaufort West
Lord Kitchener
Australian Federation Ceremony Opens New Era in Australia
Yesterdays inauguration of the Australian federation produced a brilliant display. Earl of Hopetoun sworn in as governor general amid cannons bells and a 100-voice choir. Messages from Queen Victoria and endorsements by British and colonial authorities followed. Ten thousand schoolchildren sang Australia Fair as Te Deum closed the ceremonies.
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Sydney
Lord Hop ™Oun
Earl of Hopetoun
Commonwealth of Australia
Australia
Publc
Fair
Tall Ghost Report At Cass County Orphans Home
In Watkash Indiana January 2 the Cass county orphans home is said to be haunted causing panic among inmates. A servant girl reports a seven foot tall man in white that bent to pass the clothesline and fled with the terrified children after hearing screams. The matron Mrs Carney doubts the tale and seeks a ocular demonstration.
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Watkash
Ind
Cass County
Reverse Felt in London
The Evening News criticizes the Helvetia setback and urges Britain to either guarantee South African Republic self government now or send strong reinforcements to crush the opposition, signaling a demand for decisive action.
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London
the Evening News
Helvetia
South African Republic
Loss of $1000 Package Recovered by Express Firm
The American Express Company reimbursed the First National Bank of Mason City for a $1000 package stolen in transit. The Bricelyn agent left the package in his desk while away from the office and it disappeared. A drayman from Bricelyn has been arrested on theft charges.
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Mason City
American Express Company
First National Bank
Bricelyn
Plant Sold at Mason City Electric Group sale tops $100,000
Mason City officials announced the sale of the electric light and gas heating plant to W. E. Brice and associates for 100000 dollars in cash. The sale occurred on Monday as part of the electric railway transaction.
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Mason City
W. E. Brice
Electric Railway
John Thompson Dies Pioneer Waterloo Resident
Waterloo Jan 2 John Thompson prominent in state Odd Fellows orders and a pioneer resident died Monday night his death announced from Waterloo.
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Waterloo
John Thompson
To Cure a Cold in One Day
An old remedy promises a one day cure for colds using Laxative Bromo Quinine Tablets. The box bears E W Groves signature and offers a refund if it fails to cure.
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E. W. Grove
No More Souvenirs Breweries Sign Agreement
Sioux City January 2 It has been learned that the breweries of the United States have signed an agreement to make no gifts with beer after this date.
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Sioux City
United States
Governors Grant Pardons in Dexter Bank Murder Case
Augusta Maine January 2 The governor and council unanimously pardoned David L Stain and Oliver Cromwell who were convicted in 1888 of the murder of J Wilson Barron cashier of the Savings bank at Dexter Barron was found dead on Washingtons birthday tied and gagged The trial lasted several days with a twelve hour jury deliberation and an alibi claim placing the defendants 200 miles away in Marblehead Massachusetts at the time of the crime
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Peters
Thomaston
Stain
Cromwell
Melfield
Maes
Fragmentary medical note on catarrh and inflammation
The text mentions inflammation of a mucous membrane and general risks of certain clinical applications. It references digestive and nervous system effects and suggests caution due to potential damage and weakened condition. The legible parts point to health concerns rather than a clear event or date.
Excursions Offered To Western Territories By Central Railway
Homeseekers may join trips to western territories on the first and third Tuesdays through June 18 1901. For complete information on routes rates and details contact ticket agents Town Central Railway or write Geo S Batty G P T A Marshalltown Iowa.
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Town Central Railway
Geo. S
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