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Newspaper
Renwick Times
Location
Renwick, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Nov 02, 1916
Page
4
Western Newspaper Union notes Britain and allies control key raw materials for American manufacturers. A Paris conference outcome raises alarm as a formal blacklist gains acceptance among allies, with plans for closer economic unity via mutual concessions excluding others.
Virginia prepares for statewide prohibition on November 1 under the Mapp act, banning sale of ardent spirits except by bonded drug stores. About 850 liquor dealers will close. stocks are being cleared. The law forbids manufacturing, transporting, selling, advertising, or dispensing alcohol including beer, wine, and various spirits after November 1, with all beverages containing over one percent alcohol restricted.
Dr Percival Allen, convicted on a statutory offense for living with Miss Anna M Danielson of an Iowa family, faces bigamy charges in Tacoma. He married Danielson July 5 after meeting on a San Francisco steamer, while still married to his first wife. He awaits service of a one year sentence in King County Jail Seattle.
A factory fire on East Houston Street killed two young women and injured several others. Firefighters rescued a dozen trapped on the roof as smoke and flying glass caused injuries among workers and firemen. Property damage estimated at about 100,000 dollars with many persons unaccounted for.
A dynamite blast at the One Hundred and Tenth Street station on the Lenox Avenue line caused major damage to the station. The ticket booth was smashed and the ticket agent injured slightly. Electric lamps and kiosk windows were broken, a sidewalk overhang torn, and nearby apartment windows shattered.
A Constance dispatch reports that Germany has built 225 submarines since the war began. The note, via Paris and Prince von Buelow, informs neutral newspapers in Geneva, Switzerland, of the naval production figures.
A Sioux Falls woman, 27, reportedly wounded her husband in a domestic incident described as a drunken or insanity episode. Authorities note the case involves immediate danger to the husband and ongoing investigation.
Teutonic forces report capturing Constanza and portions of Constanza on the Black Sea, with retreat of Russo Romanian troops northward. Von Mackensen’s army advances toward Tehernavoda, threatening the Danube railway hub. Romanian fronts in Transylvania and Moldova show stubborn resistance, while Bucharest notes further retirement in Dobrudja.
A Lake Erie storm known as Black Friday claimed 21 lives when the whaleback Colgate foundered off Long Point. Captain Walter Grashawn survived with two companions as 19 others perished and the Marquette No. 2 rescue ship approached. A liferaft, recovered near Rondeau, Canada, carried the names of crew members and the wreck details from Cleveland and Detroit reports.
Uet 23 Almert found me near San Jose in the Biz Bend comates, according to report received by General Mistan from Tae seph Gustom commander of the dig trier. The fight lasted 44 minutes with losses on both sides and one loss among the Mexicans.
In the clash between American troops and rebel forces on Tuesday Gen Rae mona Gallista was killed. Several Americans reportedly dead, including two officers, with one American officer wounded. German report says 22 Allied airplanes were shot down in the last 24 hours, seven aircraft behind German lines.
Sixteen crew members of the steamer Int Ward Hines perished when the vessel sank in the Caribbean Sea about 45 miles east of deline. The loss includes Captain FLAE. Ato. Keige Jr. of New York, among others, with details still coming in.
Richard Cullen, 22, a machinist, was paroled after an attempted jump onto the presidential car as President Wilson rode through Pittsburgh. Physicians ordered him to Mayview asylum for observation. Cullen denied intent to harm, claiming he wanted to air foreign policy grievances. A liquid medicine and a knife with a five inch blade were found in his bag. He attended night classes at a technical institute and worked by day.
Berlin reports the largest part of German trenches west of Mievou near Eaucourt PAb Layere Marque lost to the British on October 15 has been recaptured in the last four hours. The German war office confirms changes on the Western Front amid unclear garbled dispatches.
A mine disaster at Jamison mine near Vere, Vere Ville area, claims the life of rescue chief Muatrhew Allison and entombs several workers. Rescue workers reach the scene as other bodies are recovered amid a deadly explosion.
In a clipped, fragmentary report officials discuss lifting a tobacco ban as tensions rise with American shippers. The note mentions a representative and a possible outcome on trade, with unclear details on dates or entities.
Count Carl Stuerh was killed in a Vienna shooting carried out by Dr. Karl Adler a Der Knopf editor described as a peculiar socialist known as the Liebknecht of Austria Adler claimed political motive after arrest and two bystanders were wounded in the attack as officers restrained him and his weapon was seized amid the crowd
In Grail Rapids a deadly crash scene left one dead and nine injured as crowds rioted after the accident. Officials including Frederick State registrar George Clos and local leaders faced a tense aftermath with multiple arrests amid chaotic street clashes and police actions.
The article notes AL O Miller from Washington, member of the Federal Reserve Board, discussing potential actions to meet demand for gold and curb debt pressures. It highlights expectations for the United States to manage debt and credit carefully as markets respond to policy considerations discussed at the session.
Paris report claims Kaiser plans major offensive against Allied lines. Walsey Willelig reports troop movements and preparations near key fronts. Source notes uncertainty and strategic tension as war measures escalate.
A garbled early wire item reports a sports figure robbed of 160000 dollars. The fragment mentions New York and Germany with unclear names and places, referencing a theft tied to a sports event or prize money and various misread terms. Further readable details are not recoverable from the text.
Oakdale tuberculosis sanitarium reports treating about 10,300 cases in eight years with at least half recoveries under Dr. H. V. Scarborough. The laboratory processed nearly 24,000 bacteriological examinations in the past year, supporting ongoing studies of tuberculosis diphtheria fever and rabies with epidemiological investigations.
A garbled report from Ames describes Lowans winning many prizes at a state fair with mentions of Mines and a show in Massachusetts, listing participants such as Mass, Marsh, and W. French of Das Onet. The fragment references WLW, KE, and OLNOE in a crowded, unclear sequence of names and places.
Vague OCR text outlines Waterton constructing a new school with funding tied to a 349459 figure and 44 Abid of costs, plus plumbing provisions and multiple chambers. Mentions delivery by April and notes the project as one of the largest in the district with ongoing planning and approvals.
Fragmented report notes corn harvest starting in a county as cool dry weather aids ripening. Farmers anticipate a good yield with favorable conditions after weeks of slow drying and uneven kernels.
A rugged summary notes a major Iowa project linked to Fort Madison, involving a long pipeline from Cushing Oklahoma to China and including refinery sites along the route. It mentions Kansas City and a broader regional gain as part of a 99 mile tolling venture with expected economic benefits for local workers.
Farmers in Roland consolidated a school project to repair streets by hauling gravel. Governor and J A Woodrat spoke as residents financed street improvements. About thirty teams joined a day of work, loading 140 loads of gravel to restore road conditions and aid several nearby roads.
Farmers and dealers in Marshall County formed the Marshall County branch of the Iowa Animal Industry Association to prevent and control hog cholera. CE Arney of Albion was elected president and Fort Wiltis of Bangor secretary. Each township will appoint a precautionary official to oversee local interests.
Grinnell citizens face a push to install dozens more miles of water mains and sewer lines to serve a new district. Officials estimate cost will require raising funds beyond current measures, with residents likely to bear added charges for the project.
Fragmented OCR notes describe elderly veterans and family members in Ames at the Iowa Soldiers Home. References include a 95 year old, a 99 year old mother, and wartime service in the Civil War, with mentions of Marsialitown and Cam mye Wiscondain.
Report notes a festive Iowa Day celebration with widespread public participation and actions by authorities. It mentions the involvement of the A.M. Design superintendent and local schools reacting to the activities. The text shows broad community attention and varied responses from officials and residents.
A fatal automobile accident stunned a town as Whit Striki and his weathered associate died in a collision near Mount. Investigators, including four others, reported injuries and began outlining the sequence at the wreck site while emergency crews secured the scene.
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