Diamond Jo steamer Dubuque wrecked above Burlington
The Diamond Jo steamer Dubuque struck a hidden rock near Johnsons Island while sailing from St Paul to St Louis. It sank in seven feet of water, but no lives were lost and passengers were unharmed. Officials believe it can be raised and floated within a few days with temporary repairs. The vessel carried fifty passengers and a heavy cargo, including flour, much of which may be damaged.
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Burlington
St Louis
St. Paul
Oe Diamond
Johnson's Island
Oquawka
Aamious
Mississippi
Farmers Use Guns In Cattle Trespass Dispute
Mt Ayr May 28 Jacob S Meller and R W Shaffer two Middle Fork township farmers quarrelled Sunday over Shaffer’s cattle trespassing on Meller’s land Meller seized a Winchester rifle and shot Shaffer through the abdomen Shaffer will recover blood poisoning results Meller is arrested and held on 900 bonds both men were cousins
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Mt. Ayr
Jacob S. Meller
R. W. Shaffer
Middle Fork Township
Shaffer
Miller
Miler
Havana to Hold Municipal Elections Similar to American Procedure
Havana reports that the municipal elections on Saturday will follow American procedures. Analysts expect Carlos Garcia, the Union Democratic candidate for mayor, to win. Voter excitement runs high as the vote approaches.
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Havana
Carlos Garcia
Union Democratic
Bricklayers Strike Ends in New York
The ten day strike and lockout in New York's bricklaying industry ended as a joint arbitration board agreed to arbitrate the dispute later.
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New York
Joint Arbitration Board
Berlin Powers Seek China's Allied Commander Nomination
Berlin May 28 The powers negotiate who will nominate the commander of the allied forces remaining in China after Waldersee departs.
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Berlin
China
Waldersee
Supreme Court Adjourns Until October In Insular Cases
Washington May 28 The supreme court held a short morning session and did not decide the remaining insular cases. The court adjourned until the first Monday in October.
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Washington
Supreme Court
Book Binding Services Offer Low Prices by T C Ryan
T C Ryan offers binding of all kinds at very low prices. The note emphasizes that overcoming difficulties teaches and inspires future efforts, reflecting a motivational tone from Sharpe.
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T. C. Ryan
Presbyterian Creed Revision Sparks Reopen Conference
Philadelphia May 28 The Presbyterian assembly reopened the creed revision issue after a motion discharged the existing committee to consider changes. The moderator was asked to appoint a new committee with himself as chair, provoking protests from the original panel as adjournment loomed.
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Philadelphia
Presbyterian Assembly
McKinley Visit Through Omaha on Northwestern
The McKinley party passed through Omaha this morning on the Northwestern. Mrs. McKinley is steadily improving as the president greeted crowds from the car. The train continued toward Clinton after a 26 minute stop with flowers for Mrs. McKinley.
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Omaha
Northwestern
McKinley
Woman found mutilated in Whitechapel amid fear of new horror
A woman was found horribly mutilated in her Whitechapel bedroom this morning. The shocking discovery stirred consternation in the district and revived fears of a Jack the Ripper style murder.
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White Chapel District
London
White Chapel
Zionists Grow Hopeful After Turkey Crisis
Constantinople May 18 Dr Herzl arrives seeking Sultan's approval for four year Palestine colonization. Sultan declines to negotiate now but Turkish financial crisis raises Zionist hopes of success.
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Constantinople
Dr. Herzl
Palestine
Turkey
Sudden Death of Local Druggist Harry Blanchard in Wapello
Harry Blanchard, a prominent Wapello druggist and respected businessman, died suddenly of apoplexy Monday afternoon after a brief illness. Born February 28, 1869 in Louisa County Iowa, he leaves a wife and two young daughters, his mother and sister Fanny, and several half siblings. Funeral is set for Wednesday at 1:30 p.m. Local relatives from Minnesota have arrived to support the family.
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Wapello
Harry Blanchard
Louisa Cty
Ogden
Salt Lake City
WapcHo
Fanny
E. Blanchard
Arief Etricken
Ladies of the G A R circle call meeting at court house
The Ladies of the G A R circle are requested to meet at the court house on Wednesday at 10 o clock to make arrangements for decoration. By order Mrs FE B Lewis president.
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G. A. R. Circle
Court House
FE. B. Lewis
Legislate for Them Says Grosvenor on Insular Rulings
Congressman Grosvenor presents legal view on the Supreme Court insular decisions. He states the court holds insular possessions become part of the United States for most purposes but Congress may legislate independently of constitutional tariff limits. He cites Downes and De Lima as shaping future relations and taxation authority.
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Insular
United States Congress
Washington
Hecause
Supreme Court
Grosvenor
Ohio
United States
Congress
District of Columbia
de Lima
Downes
Porto Rico
New York
New Orleans
Cedar Rapids Strike Ends After nearly Three Months
Cedar Rapids, May 28. The Burlington Cedar Rapids and Northern strike ends after mediation by the Cedar Rapids Commercial Club. About 300 machinists boiler makers blacksmiths railway car men and Federal Labor union members resume work with terms reportedly avoiding the piece work system. Many workers have already found other jobs and may not return.
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Cedar Rapids Commercial Club
Burlington, Cedar Rapids and Northern
Federal Labor Union
Socialist Professor Herron Weds Miss Rand in Simple Ceremony
In New York on May 28 Professor George D. Herron and Miss Carrie Rand announced their union after a private ceremony at Dr. C. B. Patterson’s residence. The couple, who reject civil vows, will live on a 30 acre Metuchen New Jersey farm funded in part by Miss Rand’s gifts to socialist causes. The event included minimal gifts and a modest supper for 24 guests, with a honeymoon trip upstairs in the doctor’s apartments.
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New York
George D. Herron
Carrie Rand
C. B. Patterson
West Forty-fifth Street
Ry. W. T. Brown
Plymouth Church
Rochester
N. Y
Professor Herron
Misa Rand
Dr. Brown
Miss Rands
Metuchen
N. J
Mr. Herron
Socialist Brotherhood
Miss Rand
Iowa College
Grinnell
Dr. Herron
Patterson
Mr. Brown
Wr. Herron
Mr. Jefterson
Richard le Gallienune
Mrs. Herron
General Geo Augustus Stone Dies in Burlington
General Geo Augustus Stone a Civil War veteran and since 1884 Iowa national bank examiner died at Burlington hospital after weeks at home He was appointed by President Cleveland and served with honor before retiring due to ill health He belonged to the Legion of Honor and the G A R Funeral set for Mt Pleasant Wednesday after noon.
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Burlington
Geo. Augustus Stone
National Bank Examiner
Iowa
Burlington Hospital
Cleveland
Stone
Legion of Honor
West
Mt. Pleasant
Ben
Chicago May grain quotes on the board of trade
May 28 quotations show Wheat May 74, July 73 3 4, close 73 5. Corn May 43 3 4, July 44, Oats May 24%, July 28 1 3, close May 20% July 28%. Car lots received Wheat 117, corn 1682, oats 586. Tomorrow’s receipts Wheat 70, corn 446, oats 24.9000.
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Chicago
Board of Trade Today
Taio
Jaly
Chicago Live Stock Prices and Receipts May 28
Chicago May 28 live stock market report shows cattle receipts at 5,000 remain steady with Reeves and Texans in the 4.45 to 6.00 range. Hogs receipts 24,400 with prices 5.55 to 5.82 for light to mixed grades, and 5.75 to 6.40 for heavier hogs. Sheep receipts 14,000 steady with sheep 3.75 to 4.75 and lambs at 4.00 to 4.75.
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Chicago
Reeves
Treasury Suspends Further Tax Ferret Notices Pending Supreme Court
The treasurer moves to suspend sending further notices in tax cases awaiting Supreme Court ruling on conflicting district court decisions. Counsel advised the action after consulting with county treasurers. an early decision is expected and delay may prevent complications.
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Supreme Court
Harmonious Republican Convention Names Delegates
Grundy Center on May 28 held a harmonious Republican convention with all candidates nominated by acclamation. No contests occurred as delegates were selected and resolutions endorsing A. B. Cummins were adopted.
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Grundy Center
A. B. Cummins
Weather Alert Notes for Iowa Possibility of Unsettled Areas
Chicago May 28 special indications forecast fair tonight and Wednesday except possibly unsettled southeast portion. The report highlights unsettled conditions in parts of Iowa with general pleasant weather elsewhere.
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Chicago
Iowa
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