15 Nov 1901
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Newspaper
Renwick Times
Location
Renwick, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Nov 15, 1901
Page
1
WRAL notes a mass escape from a stockade with multiple fugitives fleeing toward Kansas and nearby states. Casualties reported include two dead and several wounded. authorities name suspects and describe pursuit across counties, with captures and identifications ongoing.
An official note outlines a complex political standoff involving Byers, Piraties, and the U.S. in a bid to shape HomeHie policy amid South African war concerns. The report mentions Chicago, LA, and New York events, with references to legal actions, injunctions, and public school notices.
A mass escape attempt at the United States prison near Leavenworth ended when inmates seized a wall and fired revolvers. Guards and convicts exchanged gunfire. several men were killed and wounded as authorities recaptured the stockade and resecured the facility. Artine Creeth, in charge of the guards, helped quell the uprising with reinforcements arriving from Leavenworth.
A chaotic crime tale unfolds with Antonio Natali’s murder linked to a gang including Leoni, Domann Dachi, Verrunt, and Beuffart. Cash believed to be robbery proceeds, bloodstains found, a wagon, and a wrecked theater fire figure in the sprawling narrative. Authorities pursue several suspects as the case stretches across city neighborhoods and court actions.
A formal White House dinner featured notable attendees including Admiral George Dewey, Secretary of War assistant, Mrs. Saliger, Mr and Mrs. Brooks Adams, and Mr and Mrs. Bowles. The guest list highlighted prominent figures from New York and Boston society. Mrs. Roosevelt and several Roosevelt family members attended amid ceremonial dining.
A fragmented late edition records a fatality at Vokin and multiple incidents including a bank revolver event. The scribbled notes mention court motions, a change of venue, and sports chatter about a Midwest football clash. Market prices for wheat and corn follow.
An article outlines planned developments by Tey Natlean Companies in Michigan and surrounding states. It notes proposed rail and electrical infrastructure, surveyors in Warren County, and potential connections with the West Monioa electric project while detailing regional routes and anticipated regional impact.
In a disputed matter involving the Workmen’s policy, costs and coverage are debated as the lodge faces ignition of a complex claim. The case centers on causation, insurer actions, and whether a policy can be honored under the circumstances described.
Judge Aydge Bishop delivered a sensational verdict in the state v Alice Miter and Sytyia council, ordering a four year sentence for the two women charged with running a house of ill fame. The youths involved were placed at a reform school, while the court emphasized reform over harsh punishment.
The auditor reports a shaky financial picture with unclear figures and fragmented numbers. It cites assets and liabilities of sailors banks and state links, noting a large probable loss and a substantial leap in a specific quarter.
Clumsy report describes invalid bonds and contested contracts in Lyons City. References to Clinton, Hunk, and various officials mix with unusual names and garbled details about bids, assessments, and county actions. Mentions Dr JWattseny and Mrs Williams B Puller and a wave of unclear legal notices amid a chaotic civic narrative.
Readable parts show Cummins leading with substantial margin across Des Moines and Polk counties. Des Moines County reports the largest plurality, while the overall statewide result remains uncertain with Republicans and Democrats each claiming gains in key districts. Final tallies indicate Cummins ahead in the state race, but totals vary by county and statewide outcome awaits complete counts.
A large fire swept a toy house and damaged wholesale stock including toys and related goods. Investigators detailed extensive destruction with estimates around 375,000 and 23,000 written losses, while witnesses described a spectacular blaze drawing teams from across the region. Fire crews prevented spread to nearby businesses as flames were brought under control after an intense response.
A fragmentary notice chronicles a grandmother at age 29 linked to Aira Tahies Carleton and the Curlelo family. It references marriage long ago and a unclear line of succession within a rural household, hinting at a life story intersecting kinship and age.
A chaotic plaintext fragment describes arrest talk, a bail ruling, and suspects facing charges for shop violations and property crimes. It mentions Des Moines, Mason City, and Clear Lake, with references to witnesses, investigations, and officials. The legible bits reference a detective, a university, and a governor’s involvement in a broad legal inquiry.
May succeed Judge Woods as the next member of the United States court of appeals bench. The Senate adds drive to confirm Judge Gaander Monks as successor to the late William A. Wood. Monks, a native of Tutiduns, studied at Bloomington and Wheaten, and was selected by the Hepitlin State conventiby for Sapronm Coot Fudge.
Reported remarks show leaders lament delays, with Milweis and Oliyares outlining plans to travel to Spain and Postivil to address the situation. Congress considered reaction before consultations, while a postponement was noted in the foreign policy discourse.
A battered weather system sweeps southeastern Minnesota Wisconsin Iowa and nearby states with heavy snow and freezing rain. Temperatures fall sharply as drifting snow blocks roads and power outages are reported across towns in Iowa Nebraska Kansas and Illinois. Meteorologists warn of continued frigid conditions through Monday with icy patches complicating travel and rescue operations under winter storm warnings.
A historical Railway Mail Service report notes totals for miles and lines covered, including 1,102 separate routes and 47steamboat lines. It records registered packages, increased handling, and significant incidents, with figures on waste and misdelivery, and mentions a large proposed scheme involving consignments and revenue, tied to a New York based scheme.
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