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Newspaper
Philip Weekly Review
Location
Philip, South Dakota, United States of America
Date
Jun 30, 1910
Page
3
Odessa reports a serious cholera outbreak with 5000 cases last week and a 40 percent fatality rate. Physicians warn the scourge may worsen before frost, blaming public ignorance for the spread.
Sioux Falls June 27 One of the most serious charges against attorney G P Harben now in disbarment hearing grows from the murder of Harm Hippen by William Hippen in Charles Mix county on March 18 1908 The slayer drunk at the time later aided the widow and children by deed of land and property worth about 850 Harben is accused of having him sign a blank deed under false pretenses to act as his attorney in the case
The defendants allegedly induced Hippen to sign a deed blank later filled to transfer a quarter section to Harben. Harben allegedly secured a bill of sale for Hippen s personal property. The state attorney allegedly urged a 15 year term. Hippen pled guilty to manslaughter, Harben obstructed to secure a fee, Hippen convicted of murder in the first degree and sentenced to life at Sioux Falls.
LaCrosse Wisconsin June 27 The steamer J. 8 an excursion boat for many years caught fire Saturday with 1500 passengers aboard and grounded on an island all were saved one woman is thought to have thrown her children into the water and jumped after them the vessel burned to the water the body of Mrs Elma Randall of New Albany Iowa was recovered from the wreck two men Jud Plein of Lansing Iowa and Norman Fox of Victory Wisconsin were locked in brig for interference escaped but not found
J H O Keefe, veteran of the Spanish American War and inmate at Battle Mountain sanitarium, died by suicide at Hot Springs on June 27. He cut his throat after wandering along Far River in a delirious attempt to find a deep place to end his life. He had been ill and in a melancholy state, aware his illness would likely kill him.
Mexico City reports a troop train wreck in Colima state killed forty and left sixty injured. Officials say rescue efforts continued as ambulances and volunteers assisted at the scene.
Seven congressional committees were assigned to investigate and report to Congress next session. They will study the police practice known as the third degree and related methods.
In Salt Lake City on June 27 posses led by Sheriff Wilson pursued gunmen who robbed train 27 on the Oregon Short Line at Harrisville. The robbers looted express cars of a small sum and then plundered passengers, knocking three men in a sleeper and snatching earrings from women. They took about $233 in cash and $600 in jewelry from travelers.
An unknown man jumped into the Niagara River from Sister Islands and vanished over the Horseshoe Falls. In Lynn Mass a show manufacturer John L Lannigan was shot dead and a policeman mortally wounded during a bank payroll robbery of 60000 dollars. Robbers fired, Ned Carrotts died, and the trio fled into the woods where one killed himself, another was killed by a policeman, and the third was captured.
Aldershot England June 23 Captain F B Cody American aeronaut working with the war office is believed dying after a crash where his aeroplane plunged to the ground.
Rome, June 27. The Italian government plans a formal extradition demand for Charlton but will not press it. Officials hope he is declared insane so a refusal would cause no regret.
Sioux City Tribune quotes a quirky weather note with playful wordplay about keeping warm with a festive cigaroot. The item frames warmth amid cold claims, reflecting a lighthearted local tone and a seasonal mood.
Miss Harriet Grim will lecture on equal suffrage at Deadwood Union Hall this evening at eight. The talk urges adoption of woman suffrage at the November election. Admission free. Voters should hear what the women have to offer as a reason for the ballot.
Pierre shows over 600 delegates set to attend a state conservation congress with many bringing spouses. Counties expect broad representation. a silver cup will go to the county with the largest turnout. The program features talks on agricultural development, immigration links, ore deposits, irrigation, and good roads. The second day opens with dedication of the new state capitol and a Governor Vessey address.
Rev A B Storma opens as Iowa College hosts a session with Hon William Howe addressing Agriculture In the Public Schools The program covers Our Agricultural Faire by J W Campbell A Permanent Agriculture by Willis The Influence of the Press by Bancroft and notes opening remarks by presiding officers of each meeting listing ex Governors Herrted Crawford Coe Slngel Gault Whiting Lee Elrod as session leaders.
Chicago June 24. Investigation and prosecution of beef trust to go ahead said Attorney General Wickersham today. The next time packers will be pressed as individuals and not as the National Packing Company.
Pierre June 24 Governor Vesey granted several paroles and sentence commutations on the state corrections board recommendations. H R McKinney from Butte county for grand larceny and William Cleveland from Lyman county for the same charge. Wilton Melver from Hyde county for vault with intent to kill. Ellem J Taylor two years for adultery had sentence commuted. Alice Bailey four months from six for adultery before mothering. Eli Ralse from Meade county for manslaughter ordered transferred to insane asylum.
A long, illustrated discussion of United States coastal defenses. It explains coast artillery roles, district organization, and the scale of border protections. The piece analyzes weaponry, planning, and training needs for guarding the Atlantic and other coasts, and contrasts human and mechanical supervision in modern harbor defense.
Official vote tally figures show 26,272 for one candidate and 20,336 for another, with a third entry unreadable in the provided fragment. The record notes the total counts across jurisdictions, reflecting the gubernatorial results as recorded by election authorities.
Harrisburg June 22. Senator Penrose slate went through with a resounding win at the Republican state convention. Delegates aligned with Penrose carried the session signaling strong party unity and anticipated support in upcoming contests.
Fragmentary OCR shows names for a state ticket with John K Tener and John M Reynolds, Charles Wright, and H Y Howsk, listing roles such as governor treasurer and secretary of internal affairs in unclear order.
Hoboken June 22 Police say Porter Charistein was arrested on the Prime com liner from Mediterranean ports. He allegedly confessed to murdering his wife at Lake Como Italy and is being par ted through the third station.
Local officers have been working hard to catch the killer of Private Courtenay who was shot about two weeks ago. It is believed the man responsible has been located and may have confessed. If justice is served, credit is due the officers on the case.
Coroner's jury rules Jacob Hoos died of natural causes hastened by alcohol. The Luxembourger, about 60, had lived in Sturgis for two years after moving from Luxemburg. he was found dead in his bed Thursday.
Lisbon reports Kin Manuel struggles to form a new cabinet as jealousy among ministers grows. Officials warn of plans for a dictatorship and an open revolt, claiming the country is ripe for upheaval.
Chicago June 34. Attorney General Wise argued that reckless issue of railroad stock and bonds is demoralizing to the public as lotteries. He urged stronger regulation and control of railroads in an address before a state association.
Se Chicago reports at least thirty dead as the city copes with rising flood losses. The official death toll is expected to grow while authorities battle rising waters and coordinate救援 efforts across districts.
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