Blast kills five in Powden explosion reported by Beriwick Times
A Powden explosion leaves five dead amid wreckage and scattered debris. Emergency crews respond as authorities investigate the blast scene.
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Newspaper
Renwick Times
Location
Renwick, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 03, 1910
Page
2
A Powden explosion leaves five dead amid wreckage and scattered debris. Emergency crews respond as authorities investigate the blast scene.
Fragmentary OCR text references a plant with financial figures and dates, indicating a historical note about value and monthly payments. It mentions inspiration and a comparison to a figure around 950, but the passage is garbled and lacks clear subjects or events to confirm.
Fragmented text mentions voting, a city market, and quotations. Names and places are obscured, but references to a central tale, weathered event, and Thursday market onset hint at a local civic and economic brief. No clear persons, dates, or outcomes can be confirmed.
Fragmentary OCR notes indicate a South Carolina figure named Tittean or similar facing health concerns and potential removal from a senate deliberation. The text hints at participation in ongoing deliberative processes and mentions renaming or reform context despite unclear details.
Syracuse native Jidex Schwarts has been appointed director of the new regional program. The appointment signals a strategic expansion of services across central New York and strengthens ties with local organizations.
A puissantly described winter storm sweeps through Indianapolis and the central plains causing heavy snowfall and freezing temperatures. Widespread outages and travel hazards reported from Colorado to Texas, with subzero readings in Cheyenne and Lander and significant wildlife and livestock losses.
Inland report from Lari outlines rising violence tied to political circles as a key aide Awad is cited. The sixth person linked to the scandal has died, with a man accused of aiding in a major capitol dispute now under scrutiny. The case expands as more than a dozen men face charges.
Details show Alise Bikins age 26 endured a violent sequence as a man named Mike Biking pressed for control. The narrative recalls threats, letters, and a fatal incident at her apartment, with witnesses describing gatherings and a revolver involved before authorities intervened.
A fragment notes wheat shortages in Stexteo with price shifts from 3 to 4d cent per almeter and mentions duties by the Mester jqreney. The garbled text preserves a brief economic update on grain supply and cost fluctuations.
The pope has approved the appointment of Rev. John J. Nilan of Ames, Ireland, as bishop of Hartford. The announcement confirms the selection and signals the church leadership change for the diocese.
The Kentucky Courier Journal notes a local figure turning a birthday milestone at Raples on the Guir with remarks from residents and friends accepting the celebration as a community event.
Afayl of Chienge in Ga plans to use the 75,008 acres in Pierce County for the January agricultural movement inaugurated on the 18th. The purchase marks a major land acquisition linked to the movement’s aims.
A large gathering including Spanish War Veterans, Daughters of the American Revolution, and Cuban visitors observed a commemorative ceremony at the wreck site. A bronze tablet and wreaths were placed, honoring the American effort in securing independence and recognizing wartime service.
A Tuesday bank robbery in Kentucky saw intruders blow open the vault and escape with about 88,000 in currency and 7,000 in silver. Police, led by Night Marshal William Call, chased the robbers toward the south after they forced the bank boat and fled, with one lookout captured nearby and a man linked to the crime implicated.
A fragmented report from a Winslow item describes a pink window cleaner named Tanits linked to Joln Kawtinan of New York. An incident is noted where a miner Bhawusa of East Orange, N. J. was injured as a fall occurred while passing a moment near a street pavement. Details are garbled with damaged text and unclear actions.
A cryptic report describes swift pier actions and a raid near Hamburg involving grain and barley trades. Officials report limited engagement with the crowd as authorities outline broader market movements in Senleswex and Qanover.
A fragmentary report notes that Woiglars Gek and two associates Mandy aedit at a house in Hal Springs and bound occupants during a burglary. The incident involved about $4,000 in property and included a suspect named Jack Wyman from feorin.
Roxborough Iowa resident Oliver Stacking of Me Finvane Mel Methodist Episcopal Church was discovered Tuesday at his home with his throat cut. Police conceded a possible suicide or foul play as the investigation began.
The attorney general presented two explanations Tuesday to explain how voter declarations and party affiliations must be filed. He stressed that once a voter submits a declaration of affiliation it becomes a matter of record for all primaries, and that county clerks must validate the declarations before they are considered valid and official.
Acting Attorney General Byers and others announced reforms to end paid copies of court opinions. The plan cites annual savings of about 1800 dollars in court expenses and over 1000 dollars in revenues, with the deputy clerk to be replaced after T H Grabb retires. Col Bosquet weighs the proposal as a deputy clerk shift awaits the retirement.
Judge McPherson in United Sinles trist court at Chinese Blids Tuesday granted the government's plea for continuance in the bleached flour case. The court overruled the defense motion to dismiss and asserted delaying the trial would help permanently settle the questions involved, affecting millers and bleaching manufacturers across several towns.
The Iowa State Drainage Association held a two day session at Fort Dodge, with Munson and Ottvetwa among attendees. Senator Young was re elected president, W H Stevenson re elected secretary and treasurer, marking his eighth term. G G Wheat, W H Stevenson, and G C Walker will lead the legislative committee to advance unification of ordinance work. The convention, described as the biggest of its kind, drew 306 in attendance.
Inmates at the state reformatory attempted an escape using rope and an open window during Saturday night. Names mentioned include Gertrude Adale and Mildred Vindot among others. Authorities pursued the breach but details remain uncertain.
An injured man was hospitalized in critical condition after a derailed car on a traction line caused by a crane incident at a Charles City area yard. Investigations begin into the derailment as authorities review safety failures and the railway project financing and incorporation details for Charles City and Westar railway.
A historic hotel in northwest Town, Od StMor Hotel Barns, burned to the ground on Wednesday evening. Residents saved nearly all furniture. estimated loss stands at 5,999 dollars with 4,000 dollars insured.
A garbled obituary style notice recalls Jona Puipis of Bhenendna and El Phippa of Hennessey with John M. Phinns near Stounadonb. It notes twin brothers, ages around 98, celebrating an anniversary at John Phippie’s horse event. The Phine/Paippeeno family traces roots to 1838 in Iowa, marriage to Miss Biry R. Tang on February 27, 1843, and a life spanning Missouri and Illinois, with long stays in Henneasey and Independence, Mo. The twin EW has lived apart for about ten years, but reunion memories persist.
A 17 year old boy from Avery City was taken to Nevida and placed in Sail for a thirty day sentence after stealing furs from a local meat market. The suspect admitted stealing for нужdes and showed no remorse. Severide’s brother had sold the fur hours earlier, and similar thefts have been reported in the neighborhood.
Doena Vista held its second annual short course enrollment at Storm Lake last week. The program drew mainly young men from nearby farms, with townspeople and local businesses assisting. Dr. M. Sohnstad led the event with secretary Melnard coordinating, and about 92,400 was allocated for exhibits and instruction across departments.
A garbled report describes an alleged letter and a man named Roy Reacs aged about 20, tied to threats against a banker’s home. Officials claim a demand of 4000 dollars and note a suspected black hawk motif. details remain unclear due to damaged text.
Miller faced accusation of setting fire to his building and stock at Gruyer on the night of Geto bar 4, 1908. The case at St James Muh nan end w Verwlet Af involved Millen and JON Millen as parties amid unclear OCR fragments.
The twenty second annual convention of the State Engineering Society met at Sadar Randa this week with good attendance. The sessions were devoted to the discussion of technical subjects.
Diphtheria outbreaks in Vinton prompt authorities to suspend political meetings as health officials report two deaths and urge residents to take precautions.
The plant resumes after two years of idle operation in Guernsey County with former operations revived and 249 men employed.
A county short course on agriculture and governance will be held at the armory in Ewtherville during the coming week. Officials note the event runs from a start date to a finish date with community attendance encouraged and practical demonstrations planned.
The text reflects a sermon on Christian holiness emphasizing repentance, the narrow gate, and obedience to God's commandments. It argues that many religious paths mislead, warns about false teachers, and stresses bearing fruit as proof of true faith. It questions genuine conversion and the staying power of professed religion in daily life.
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