Seven Year-Old Seized By Masked Stranger Near Oakdale
Elma Moore, seven, daughter of farmer Alva Moore, was abducted by a masked man ten miles south of Oakdale while walking home from school. She was unharmed after a brief struggle. neighbors organized a search with bloodhounds and a posse as investigators consider the assailant demented or temporarily insane.
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Oakdale
Spee
Title
Elma Moore
Aitetape
Wehool
Chomin
Moore
Fremont
Sherif Miller
Hite
Iowa Suffragists Name Officers
The Town Equal Suffrage association elected officers led by President Kina nor E. Gordon of Des Moines and Vice President Julia Clark Hallam of Sioux City. Dr Nine Wilson Dewey of Des Moines was corresponding secretary with Minnie Littell of Corydon as recording secretary and Mary A. Eisley Adams of Mason City as treasurer.
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Iowa
Hloone
Town Equal Suffrage Association
Kinanor E. Gordon
Des Moines
Julia Clark Hallam
Sioux City
Nine
Wilson Dewey
Minnie Littell
Corydon
Mary A. Eisley Adams
Mason Chig
Nealy
Riker
Boone
Record Hog Purchase Shocks Iowa Markets
Get.sh A local packing firm with a vast hog ranch in western Iowa bought fifty thoroughbred hogs for 11000 dollars from a large Iowa City breeder. The deal is described as the largest of its kind ever made in Iowa.
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Sioux City
Iowa
Iowa City
Typhoid Epidemic Strikes Ames Campus
An epidemic of typhoid fever hits Ames Ja on October 20. Two faculty members and several students are stricken. C K Noble, a Riceville Ja student, is dead and Mrs. Murray, wife of a professor, is in critical condition.
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Ames
C K. Noble
Riceville
Murray
Boy Detectives to Guard Des Moines on Halloween
Des Moines police plan to appoint fifty boy detectives to guard property on Halloween night with arrest powers. The idea proved successful in Council Bluffs and Cedar Rapids last year. W T U meeting in Omaha Denver Oct 80 The National Woman's Christian Temperance Union executive council decided to hold its 1909 convention in Omaha with an overwhelming vote.
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Hallowe'en
Des Moines
Hallowe’en
Council Bluffs
Cedar Rapids
Omaha
Denver
National Women’s Christian Temperance Union
Thompson Defeats Unholz in City Boxing Bout
San Francisco on October 30 reports Cyclone Thompson defeating Rudolph Unholz in a round based bout. The match outcome crowns Thompson winner as crowds cheer in the arena.
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Thompson
Unholz
San Francisco
Cyclone
Ompson
Rudolph Unholz
Three Convicted in United States District Court Fraud Case
The text notes convictions in a federal district court involving multiple defendants including Mortlaid Gee and J. Phoutery. It mentions a New York-related financial fraud scheme with the defendants linked to a national bank and free identification roles.
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Mortlaid
Gee
Het J
Awe Ea
Beth
Nebraska Teachers Banquet Plans Highlight Lincoln Event
The Nebraska Teachers Association banquet is set for November 4 in Lincoln with plates prepared at the auditorium. Guest speakers include Senator Horkellanid and others while the event aims to unite educators and celebrate achievements with a notable spread and organized entertainment.
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Lincoln
Get
Doyle
Oreasion
Willoelode Witt
Tivsan
Horkellanid Pew
Gayeritoe Sheldon
Noo Wattey
Bryan Tawa
Goonston
Evtemontes
Littlel
Wright's Motor Explodes in Flight near Le Mans
In Le Mans France Oct 30 Wilbur Wrights aeroplane motor exploded during a brief ascent injuring no one and ending the flight. The incident occurred as Wright tested a small ascent near the field.
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Wright
Lemans
France
Wilbur Wright
Railroads Seek Injunction Against Commerce Commission
Chicago Oct 80 The railroads seek a federal injunction to block the Interstate Commerce Commission from enforcing a lower freight rate order for Missouri Valley points. The case asks the court to stay the rate reduction pending appeal or further action.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Commerce Commission
Chicago
Aganest
Interstate Commerce Commission
Missouri Valley
Hewin
Gas Explosion Kills Three in Chicago Tunnel
In Chicago on October 30 a gas explosion in a tunnel between Pullman and Chicago fatally burned three workers. A gas pocket formed and a spark from a worker's chisel ignited the blast.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Eas
Pullman
Boston Woman Denies Theft Charge in Jewel Case
Mrs. Martha Dune ll s, wife of a prominent Boston doctor, denies stealing jewels linking the case to a pledge and repayment. Her husband calls the charges false and outrageous, while she plans to return to Chicago without requisition papers to face the matter.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Boston
Martha Dunells
Chicage
Bryan defends Taft as Rockefeller backs him
In a Oct 10 statement W J Bryan rebutted Rockefeller’s interview praising Taft. Bryan argued Rockefeller supports Taft to aid his business allies and dismissed Roosevelt’s attempt to convict him over alleged party ties. He claimed Standard Oil leadership backs Taft, implying Republican loyalty.
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Bryan
Standard’s
Taft
Napoleon
W. J. Bryan
Rockefeller
Busia
Bevin
Roosevelt
Trase
Standard of Company
Standard
Two Die in New York Basement Fire
Henry Jones and David Mahoney were burned to death when a celluloid barrel caught fire in a Duane street basement. William Setteast was critically injured and may die. The Stillman & Engel firm manufactured celluloid novelties and the loss is about 5 dollars.
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New York
Duane Street
Henry Jones
David Mahoney
William Setteast
Fim
Stillman & Engel
Jones
Confesses to Jury Fixing in Court Case
The defendant Blake testified that A S Newburgh and McT Murphy offered $1000 to influence a prospective juror to acquit Rue and that $10000 plus a prison provision for his wife was promised if he kept quiet. The confession, presented as a major court sensation, led to a two week continuation of the case.
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Goss
San Mianetséo
Aentener
Acre Notin
Nea
Ha” FE
Abraham Hauer
Tie
Hew
Frank J. Aturphy
Aescoute
Oninsel
Dlaho
Rey
Alton
Cleriberet
Mike Saii
Blake
Altomers A
Newbutch
McT
Murphy
Kelly
Rue
Thomas
Crowelit
Newburgh
Buke
Whaleden
Gompers Makes Final Appeal to Central Unions
President Gompers issues a final appeal in a special Federationist urging central labor unions to contribute and to vote for Bryan. Teletypes report his message as showing strong support for the Democrats.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gompers
Bryan
Washington
Tn Telestams
Taft Urges Republicans in Northwestern New York Election
Detailing a trip through Onedia and northwestern New York Judge Taft campaigns for the state and national ticket. He praises congressional nonminees and calls for a united Republican vote to secure another Republican administration. He plans to go to Galtalo tonight and remain until tomorrow.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Onedia
N. Y
Taft
New York
Tie
Judge Kinkaid Speaks to Large Republican Rally
Special report from Jobistown notes Judge Kinkaid addressed a sizable Republican gathering Thursday evening. Campaigning efforts are near completion in Brown County with expectations of a Republican county ticket and support for roads on both state and national tickets.
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Ainsworth
Nob
Det. T
Judge Kinkaid
Jobistown
Brown County
Teket
Weddings Celebrate Brown County Residents in Late October
Three Brown County couples wed in late October. Robert Minkes Paxton married Florence M. Joknaton in Colorado Springs. George W. Henderson married Malle Hales at home near Ainsworth. Aldrid Snell wed Dr. Delmar Wilson at the Snell farm near Ainsworth. Mrs Snell is a top Brown County teacher. Dr Wilson practices in Malcolm. The newlyweds plan a return visit east and home in Malcolm after November 1.
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Brown County
Ainsworth
Ned
Get
Colorado Springs
Robert Minkes Puston
Atmeworth Congresational
Miaueriid
Lorence M. Jloknaton
Brown
Paxton
Sulphur Springs
Colo
T. W. Delong
George W. Tenderson
Mise Malle Hales
Snell
Alildrid Snell
Delmar Wilson
DeLone
Peru
Maleohn
Tawa
Hhey
Mad
Malcolm
Untitled Advert Fragment From Omaha Note
Fragmentary OCR item from Omaha discusses money amounts and a potential bet or loan. The readable terms mention ten thousand and eight hundred dollars, with unclear names and actions.
Deneen and Stevenson Speak to Chicago Businessmen
Deneen and Stevenson spend the day engaging with business leaders in Chicago. Governor De neen and former President Stevenson address the crowd as candidates for leadership present plans and policy stances.
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Deneen and
Stevenson
Chicana
Chicago
Wival
Chavernor Deneen
Ainsi Tomes
Cheqaqdotas
Denech Au
Stevenson Will Tuoho
Toni
Unclear historical event at Taft station
Fragmentary OCR notes describe an event at a Taft station involving a person named Shloorman and a thomb of the licket passing through. Details are unclear and names may be garbled.
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Uilon
New
Shloorman
Dudee Taft
Debs in Red Flyer Makes Final Swing Across Midwest
Socialist candidate Eugene V. Debs sails through Wisconsin and Illinois today with a red speech urging workers to back his bid. He continues to Indiana and Terra Haute for a night meeting after visits to Winneconne and other towns as part of a broad campaign swing.
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Chituga
Wbugene Debs
Spir
Winneis
Wisconsin
Winess
Indiana
American Fleet Reaches Amoy as Two Squadrons Prepare for Manila
Amoy reports eight battleships of the American Atlantic fleet arrive after a voyage from Yokohama under Rear Admiral William A. Amory. The two squadrons, Sperry’s and Emory’s, will join at Manila on November 7 after planned calls at Olongapo. China views the move as showing U.S. support amid Mongolia and Manchuria tensions.
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Amoy
Te Awerlean
Atlantic Fleet
Rese
William AH Amory
Yokoham
Washington
Anitrea
Suez Canal
Yokotama
Sperry
Connecticut
Olongapo
Philippine
Uder
Emory
Louisland
Anis
Manila
Mongolia
Manchuria
Ruse
Japan
Anior
United States
China
Fort Dedee Brick Plant Destruction Causes $25,000 Loss
A fire at the Fort Daigell brick plant destroyed the Fort Dedee Brick company facilities, resulting in an estimated loss of $25,000 with insurance coverage noted. No details on cause or casualties available.
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Fort Daigell
Fort Dedee
Taft and Parker Campaigns Hit Syracuse Opera House
In Syracuse on October 10 Judge Parker praised Bryan while Taft spoke at two meetings. Taft delivered two addresses at the Opera House with large crowds and praise from Republicans, while Parker addressed a crowd at the same venue and criticized Taft and Governor Hughes.
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Judge Parker
Opera House
Syraciuse
N.Y
William de
Tatt
Taft
Tom
Lyons
Connndaliia
Geneva
Seneca
Auborn
Greater
New York
Whewlsehe Prema der
Alhambra
Judge Tat
Pighes
Tornhall
Freelg
Lauds
Bryan
Bryan O
Alton B. Parker
J. Dunn
Wieting Opera House
Parker
Ronsevelt
Denver
United States
Germany
Plve
Min Tirsan
Joe Wediward Gad
Ohije
Armenian merchant dies after carabao goring
American gored to death in Manila when Armenian merchant George BK Wolf was fatally struck by a carabao during an out of town hunting trip on Buoday. The incident occurred October 16 in Manila.
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Manila
George BK. Wolf
Buoday
Weather Outlook for Nebraska and Nation
The forecast details a cloudy period with precipitation chances across Nebraska and the United States. Temperature expectations include mild highs and cooler nights with scattered showers likely in several regions.
Preferential Rate Details Involving Standard Oil Case
A newspaper report discusses preferential rates touching Standard Oil, Central Vermont, and government actions. It cites two letters showing weighted rates per second and a specific rate of 82 cents, with references to witnesses and Central Vermont pricing.
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Standard Oil
Hearst Releases Four Letters Over Republican, Democratic Strife
Hearst cites four letters aimed at showing collusion between Republicans and Democrats. He notes letters from John De Archbodt and others alleged to urge party unity and criticize labor groups. The letters, read aloud by Hearst, reflect attacks on the Typographical Union and the eight-hour workday congress.
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New York
Uni
Lipo
WC Fe Peamil Iy
Coopey Citatee
Paar
John de Archbodt
Standard Ob Company
D Sewell
Lyllied Stités
Jon New Jee Bey
Roepe
Johin J. Gardner
Nowlegy
Tabor
Pda
Mauntaenrers' Association
Maxwell
Wiens
My. Hewrat
Murry
Mer
Parry
Usury Case Leads to Restealing Order in Omaha
In Omaha a notable usury dispute prompts a restraining order to halt a loan collection. Herbert H Boyles alleges a note once for 24 dollars has climbed to over 50 dollars, with the lending party pressing for payment. The creditor allegedly withholds the assignment against his salary.
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Omaha
Herbert Hh. Boyles
Foan Company
Nebraska Football Faces Iowa Challenge on Tough Road Trip
Lincoln and the Nebraska football team travel to Cedar Rapids for a tough season stretch. Quarterback Cooke is sidelined with an injury while a large group of substitutes joins the regular eleven as Coach Cole declines to forecast the outcome, yet a sense of confidence lingers among players.
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Lincoln
Oor
Nebraska
Towa Choe
Iowa University
Cedar Rapids
Pracoe
Nehiaeta
Cegulan
Quarterhick Cooke
Eigh
Rogular
Conch Cole
Steamer Yarmouth Founders Reported Lost in North Sea
A steamer named Yarmouth foundered while en route from Hook of Holland to Tarwieh in the North Sea. A crew of twenty three is believed lost with no survivors confirmed.
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Yarmouth Founders
London
Wreekige
North Sea
Yarmouth
Crawaling
Hook of Holland
Tarwieh Carrol
Unknown Man Found Dead in Sack In Laphans Avenue
The nearly nude body of an unidentified man was found in a sack with ropes. His throat was cut and a blow to the head left a severe injury. A servant’s remains were found near the scene, indicating a violent, planned homicide.
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Dwersht
Gel
Linle
Two Fingers Madame: Democrats Rally in Madison and Norfolk
The report describes Democratic campaign activity in Madison and Norfolk with quoted voter sentiment. It notes a canvassing push, party workers, and anticipated results influenced by local conditions and county dynamics.
Mondinl Tax Sale Details For Norfolk Property
The notice lists an upcoming municipal tax sale on Monday with possibly several parcels including the Norfolk property. Bidders are advised to verify parcel IDs and payment requirements ahead of the sale.
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Pater Fae
Madison Comity Teacher Receives Tripp for Miss Bryant
One Madison County teacher is honored with a Tripp for Miss Mannie Bryant who taught six years in the county. After retirement Miss Bryant’s position was filled by two younger teachers. Locals note Bryant’s gentle leadership and long service to the community.
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Mindiven
Madison
Periays
Espmeiade Bioite
Mannie Bryant
Viwivon
Bryant
Troy
Ewu Slater
Democrats Making Charges In Bid For Votes
The Globe Democrat reports that Democrats accuse Republican National Committee men of moving funds and pressuring precinct committees to secure Democratic votes in the national campaign.
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Bt. Louis
Oct
the Globe-Democrat
Democratie
Night Rider Suspects Surrendered in Tennessee Case
Camp Nero Medroot Lake Tennessee Onty reports no detachments searched for night rider suspects. Governor Patterson held witnesses including Frank Perriner who confessed Wednesday night. Sixty five prisoners were weeded out and released after giving satisfactory accounts.
Water official ends life amid department scandal
In Manchester Virginia, Matthew Morton secretary of the water department committed suicide by stabbing himself. A public probe uncovered alleged misappropriations by the superintendent and others. Morton had testified as a witness and it is believed his death followed brooding over exposures and impending testimony.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Woehmonwdl
Miatthew Morton
Manchester Water Department
Water Department
Hares
Magnate Henry Stutters Establishes Heir Amid Disinheritance
Executors of Henry A. Stutters disinherit wife and provide large estate to their son Vieney A. Tutters. The will excludes Mrs Hatters and her two heirs from any portion of the inheritance. The magnate, noted as a millionaire traction magnate, died Tuesday, with the estate valued in the millions.
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Ban Prunedsey
Henry A. Stutters
Milionaite
Lisfornie
Vieney A. Tutters
Lng Philips Exeter
Maesichusetts
Mrs Hatters
Hateghtens
Tanner Tarnnge
Wiroestern Mao and the Fatal Household Tragedy
A garbled report describes a deadly incident at a residence involving a woman and her husband. Details are unreadable, but local authorities are investigating a grievous discovery and the couple’s names appear in the fragmentary text.
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