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Newspaper
Renwick Times
Location
Renwick, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 16, 1901
Page
6
Sheriff Veale and local police report a major theft at the Selby Smelting Works. About 280,000 to 204,000 dollars in gold and bricks were stolen or damaged during a nighttime break in. Suspects fled with ore and bullion, leaving little behind but broken vault bricks and traces of hurried exits.
An unreadable OCR fragment lists names and places including Terrell Texas and Monticello Pla, with references to a shooting or assault in a broader crime narrative. The garbled text mentions a policy official, mentions of a Downeville Bank, and multiple individuals linked to a deadly incident.
The article reports on a broad disruption involving rail lines and passenger service. It mentions plans for mergers, equipment movements, and anticipated shifts in routes from Chicago to western and southern destinations. Officials discuss impacts on executives, staff, and pensions amid a tense transport environment.
The Department of Agriculture reports mixed yet generally favorable week for crop conditions across the Midwest and plains. Drier eastern counties see improved corn and wheat prospects while western regions face hail, drought and delayed growth impacting yields. Weather shifts, later frost risk, and ongoing conditions influence harvesting outlook and regional standings.
A disputed land sale and court fight spurred by Woods quarter sections escalates into protests and threats. Police and lawyers clash with locals as accusations of impropriety, riot, and murder surface amid a long legal battle over ownership, boundaries, and compensation. Nearby crimes include a fatal attack near Rosle Springs and theft allegations, while officials prepare for further hearings and potential development at the town site.
In a charged courthouse scene, witnesses recount bribes and promises linked to an Amisville affair. Key figures include Judge Minaie and Bruce Walters, with discussions of a $10,000 settlement and $864,000 related to settlements. Mist Waters and Mey Waters testify about alleged promises to Misa and other executives in the case.
An explosion on Ledee grocery street near Locust destroyed multiple structures and killed or injured twenty people. Buildings across the block were damaged as residents and firefighters rushed to the scene. Eyewitnesses reported screams and a smoke-filled street while fire crews battled flames and mourners gathered amid debris.
Dowager Empress Augusta Victoria, widow of Frederick of Germany, died at Cronburg at two o clock. Doctors noted changes in her condition in the afternoon as guests and royal family stood by. Queen Victoria’s elder daughter Victoria Adelaide Mary, and various princes and princesses attended. The death ends a long reign and era in German history.
The report highlights Spank Faster s rising status as a championship contender under famed trainer Glanrahan. It notes recent 2 05 mile times, mentions Youngs and Lewis in key positions, and references upcoming meets at Dari and NACE with talk of Lanarkel and Mindane in a growing league context.
A gang blew open a safe at Subaclaw Widhuny Gompans on 229 street using explosives and took $700. They restrained victims, bound them, and fled as a secondary squad watched from the street. One suspect was wounded or killed during the cover action, as authorities investigated the daring daytime robbery and the movements of the fleeing men.
Reports from Ga War Departmens describe indigo's decline in the Philippines due to adulteration and Chinese competition. Deterioration affects price and quality, with references to export markets in Guam and Corolan and shifts in supply influencing local economies and labor.
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