Turning of Niagara current hailed as electrical marvel
The article reports Nikola Tesla and a Niagara Falls power demonstration linking a building to the falls via a heightened electrical line. It describes a fourfold longer conduit than prior runs and a telephonic system that broadcasts the cataract’s roar.
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Alleged Alienation Suit Arising In Iowa Court
The Avoca case concerns James Lawrence of Fehr filing a damage suit for fifteen hundred dollars claiming his wife was induced to leave him by James Lawrence of Fehr. The parties reside near Oakland and the marriage occurred last fall. The suit alleges premeditated acts to win the wife away before the honeymoon ended and notes misconduct affecting reputations in the neighborhood.
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Burglary and Arson at Maquo Area Store
Thieves blew open a safe northwest of Maquo and attempted arson after rifling cash. A fire alarm prevented a larger blaze as a post office was housed in the building. One hundred dollars reward offered for capture. no clues yet.
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Maquoi
Burned to Death in Davement House Fire
In the Davement, the house of Alderman Havengart, a midnight blaze burned a room fixed as a bedroom by Mrs. Havengart's father, Fri W. Koska. He, a 96-year-old native, was burned to death while apparently waking to light his pipe, with property listed around 8300.
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Davement
Mra
Havegart
Fri W. Koska
Gilbert Champion sets clay pigeon mark in America
Fred Gilbert of Iowa won the title of champion target shooter at the initial clay pigeon championship, breaking 266 of 300 targets and defeating rivals who tied for second. Train accident near Ames ends tragically as Frank Holler is killed by a locomotive. Dynamiter found guilty in Muscatine, spurring further probe into conspirators. Local offices elected in Des Moines with W. C. Edinger leading as president. other results listed. Death of John Horbin, Clark County’s longtime resident and wealthy settler, reportedly from poison. Maud Pitzer, missing Glenwood schoolteacher, arrested in Fremont amid suspected insanity.
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Fred Gilbert
Towa
America
Bert
Yov
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Gulf Route Assured by Des Moines to Sabine Pass Plan
A letter from Kansas City and Gulf roads states that plans are perfected for a continuous mail route from Des Moines via Kansas City to Sabine Pass and Lake Charles on the Gulf of Mexico, to be established by fall.
Widow seeks breach of promise from Schnell for 125000
Mrs Anas McDermott of Rock Island IN demands 125000 from Widower Schnell for breach of promise. Schnell admits kindness but denies intent to marry and vows to spend his fortune to vindicate himself. A bolt ends Cupid as Miss Anna Pigrot of New Jersey was struck by lightning on her wedding day.
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Rock Island, IN
Schnell
Gehnell
Apy
Anna Pigrot
New Jersey
Boeses for President and Democratic Delegates in Iowa
Secretary Walsh reports from thirty three counties that silver delegates lead by eight ahead of gold, with potential majority in the Democratic convention. The Leader Conventions have selected delegates, with contesting delegations in Woodbury and Ma, amid ongoing talks to nominate Boies for president. Weather notes warn moisture shortages for pastures and grains. corn planting progress is favorable. A man named Kirby tried in Keosauqua for murder, self defense claimed. A tramp named Frank McCoy is bound over for burglary after stealing a gold watch from Watson’s residence. a mill near Mt. Auburn burned with contents.
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Toles
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Tow
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Supman
Ruroy
Kirby
Keosauqua
Smith
Mt. Sterling
Des Moines Briefs and Iowa Notes From 1996 Campaign Roundup
Brief dispatches from Des Moines cover Topeka oratorical results with Drake and Monmouth College placements among Midwest entrants. Also reported are the unknown “wild man” found from Woodbury county and institutionalization details. A Nashville centennial appointment and a Des Moines murder verdict in the Dawson case are noted along with a suicide attempt at Clinton and a physician’s prognosis for J C Langan.
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Walter Scott
Dawson
William Klitzen
Clinton
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Global headlines mix Cuba CRT and Far East clashes
A sprawling May report from Maputo and York notes Sagasta denying Cuba divisions among liberal leaders over war costs and reform aims. War context in Cuba, Pinar del Rio, Yaelan, Manin, and Dupuy de Lome appear amid dispatches from Washington and Madrid.
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Omi
Washington
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Canovas
Madrid
Havana
Spain
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Saleath
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One Killed Forty Injured In Train Wreck Near Savannah
An excursion train from Jacksonville on the Florida Central & Peninsula railroad derailed at Anderson five miles from Savannah. The tender derailed first, pulling three coaches and baggage car. About 150 passengers were aboard. around forty were injured. A Brunswick woman, a young child named Mrs Nathans, was among the injured.
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Jacksonville
Florida Central & Peninsula Railroad
Anderson
Savannah
Nathans
Brunswick
Misconri platform edges toward free silver stance
A terse, fragmentary news item notes Delaware delegates at a convention adopting a free silver platform of 16 to 1 and directing delegates to St. Louis for McKinley while touching on broader political chatter about trusts and civil service expansion.
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Doings of Congress Highlights and Debates May 7 12
Congress sessions show progress on foreign relations and river and harbor bills. Pettigrew mocked over silver policy. finance committee to lead on investigations. Adjournment set for May 15. numerous private pension bills pass. Senate debates river and harbor items. Oregon’s Mitchell seeks direct senator election. clerk hire costs noted. House and Senate parcel out district business and land title actions amid routine votes.
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Nicaraguan Rebellion: Zelaya Enters Leon at Head of Troops
The Herald reports President Zelaya leading Nicaraguan troops into Leon in triumph. Rebels evacuate after destroying public buildings and property. authorities arrest many. General Ruiz named commander of Leon forces. provisional rebel leaders Boca and Detiz flee toward Guatemala.
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Francisco Boca
Anastacio Detiz
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