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Newspaper
Newton Record
Location
Newton, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 22, 1895
Page
2
A sweeping, fragmentary survey notes famine in Philadelphia, a Duluth man fathering nine triplet editions, and a rash of legal, political, and social items. It cites Daniel Webster's arrest in New York, dancing preachers in Oakland, boatloads of news, and a mix of war, immigration, and economic chatter from 1895.
Darel Siegel Dearth, once a Geneva resident, confessed to stealing a livery team in Manchester and later to Town Falls robbery charges. Reports describe his mind as unsettled and note his wife’s tarnished reputation. A Dodge meat market fire, starting near Studley's pharmacy, destroyed several businesses and prompted a $500 reward for the arsonists.
Ada mson trial recounts Howards death after quarrel over Adams stock. Howard beaten in Adams barnyard, skull fractured, physician testifies punctured facial wounds likely from a pitchfork. Prosecution notes possibility of others involved. Case draws wide county attention.
Grand jury returns five indictments against W. B. Richmond of the Wreck- Building and Savings Association for embezzlement and conspiracy. J. La Crawford and E. C. Spinney also face criminal charges related to actions involving the Building and Loan Company and alleged publication of belous articles against State Auditor McCarthy.
Thomas Duffy aged 30 of Dixon Michigan walked into Blinn Bros saloon at Clinton on March 19 pulled a revolver from his pocket and shot himself in the head without warning or explanation.
Claude Meade and Ralph Harding escaped from state reform school and were found robbing a Bromley store. Fifty armed villagers surrounded the building and shots were exchanged, one villager wounded. Officers were telegraphed for and arrested the pair.
City of ten thousand lacks police protection as factions fight over mayoral control. A deadlocked council and a ban on appointing new officers left the department inactive while a new administration struggles to take charge.
A Kentucky firm seeks to restrain the Ancient Order of United Workmen of Iowa from using its name in Iowa amid a federal suit. Elsewhere in Iowa, segregation of a livery theft case unfolds with Dearth confessing to theft and a cave-in at Clinton quarry claims Jacob Walters. The Sioux City defraud case against Walter Strange ends in jury disagreement.
Diplomatic notes reveal US claims for reparations from Spain over the Alliance incident and insistence that Cuban trade remain open. Spanish minister Grosseard cites willingness to settle within international law, with investigation ordered. Reported sinking of a US schooner Padre with sixteen lost, timing unclear. Britain presents an ultimatum over Nicaragua, proposing compensation and a joint commission to judge damages, while a British warship is deployed.
The Indiana legislature clash extends as the governor's bills face contested return. A riot tied to a bill led to its custodian's disappearance and a veto statement amid political carriage. Police corruption probes reach New York with grand jury actions against several lawmen and officials.
In San Francisco March 20 a new alleged holographic will of James G. Fair is challenged in probate. Virginia Fair and Mrs Herman Oelrichs, backed by their brother Charley Fair’s attorneys, claim the document supplements prior wills. The case centers on control of a vast estate amid bitter family rivalry and a shifting legal stance.
Prominent Caldwell man describes his battle with alcoholism and nicotine addiction in a sensational testimonial. He credits his wife and a product named Now-To-bac for his recovery while warning readers about imitations sold by druggists. He urges others to quit tobacco for vitality and health.
General Antonio Ezeta announces a new revolt in San Salvador. Gutierrez allegedly led conspirators who were shot. Colonels Barrios and Salgedes and Captain Managaldi named among the executed. many suspects reportedly hanged as Ezeta claims the action completed.
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