Arkansas wife posts reward for missing husband
A Arkansas woman offers twenty dollars for return of her missing husband dead or alive, hoping to avoid troubling dreams if the vacancy remains unresolved. Lydia Thompson, a famed burlesque actress, returns to the country for weeks, noting changes since her first arrival in the Mayflower. In West Virginia a prisoner sentenced previously showed contempt by seating the judge, a prima facie case. The Supreme Court requires all railroad cars and locomotives to have uniform automatic couplers, a rule praised by papers, with rail crashes cited to justify enforcement.
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Arkansas Wooman
West Virginia
Buffalo Courier
Supreme Court
Philadelphia Press
The Glamour of the Stage and a Lost Star
The piece notes the spell of theater as George Alexander and a renowned Arhiat (artist) embody it. It contrasts the seasoned actor’s declining vitality with the fresh zest of youth, suggesting society remains unmoved while fame fades if an artist becomes unable to perform.
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George Alexander
Debt burden per family from global war costs
The World Almanac notes that nations’ debts exceed 50 40 000 000 and only reflect unpaid portions of a century of war. In Canada and New Zealand public debt may cover other wartime costs, while leftovers from the eighteenth century push the burden higher. about 1,487,000 inhabitants or 207,580,000 families face a permanent war debt load of 10 dollars per family.
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New York
Canada
New Zealand
Value of employee input sparks renewed business enthusiasm
The article argues that recognizing the value of an employee’s ideas encourages criticisms and suggestions on business details, using a microscopic view over the manager's bird's-eye perspective. This fosters a friendly mood and deeper employee engagement, as Li Bu-Perler exemplifies renewed life and drive.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Li Bu- Perler
Divorce Trends Tie to Occupation in 19th Century Study
The Baltimore American report notes lower divorce rates among male farmers and clergy, while soldiers sailors and marines show higher marriage instability. New high average divorce groups include laborers ware tenders servants waiters musicians photographers portable trades and teachers, with farmers at the bottom.
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Baltimore
Misreading the Simple Life Warned By Chicago Journal
The Chicago Journal warns that Pastor Wagner's doctrine of the simple life could be misinterpreted by Americans. It cautions against joining clubs or cults and chasing fashionable reforms. Readers are urged to be honest with themselves and reject loud enthusiasts pushing flashy schemes.
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Pastor Wagner
Chicago Journal
Hey
Syho
Enla
Tragic deaths and accidents sweep Iowa towns
A string of fatal and near fatal events spans several Iowa communities. CM J J Riles of Alta Vista dies by self inflicted wound after wife left to visit neighbors. A Rock Rapids child ingests disinfectant tablets, recovering. A Coin dry goods merchant Mrs Bertha Morley dies from burns in a gasoline plant explosion. Colonial Hepburn receives a silver loving cup from Interstate Commerce Committee in Panama trip. David Layton of Shenandoah commits suicide after borrowing a revolver. Reports detail squirrel and winter wildlife plunder, severe cold, and snowbound regions with rabbits and dogs starving. Benjamin Walton dies suddenly after coffee poisoning suspicions. Davenport notes a Chicago socialite incident involving a widowed host and two women. Numerous fire, accident, and public building news follow including a Winterset church fire and Des Moines public works funding.
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J.J. Riles
Alta Vista
Nichols
Rock Hapide
Bertha Morley
Luther Morley
Morey
Morley
W. P. Hepburn
House Interstate Commerce Committee
Panama
Cannon
Wanger
Lovering
Adamson
Davey
Mann
Hepburn
David Layton
Shenandoah
Hnd
Nebraska
Council Wiaffs
Houeco
Hardin County
Benjamin Walton
Whitten
Walton
Johan Hoch
Chicago
Davenport
Matilda Schreiver
Arile
Hannah Beblueter
Oliver Kyzig
Groun Mediecal Aid
Newton Wood
David Wood
John Bunberg
Frank Moon
Charles Anderson
Charles Pochusta
Milwaukee
McGregor
Allison Fuler
Tha Great Western
Fort Dodge
Minneapoli & St. Louis
J. B. Lave
Harcourt
State Penitentiary
Fort Madison
Anamosa
Des Moines
Clarinda
Webster City
Mason City
Nashua
Misa Griss
Altorways
Daniel Shepherd
Christian Womelsdorf
Fairfield
Vermillion
Shepherd
Winterset
Fred Berry
Charles A. Beno
John Beno Company
Council Bluffs
Charles Evans
Omaha
Beno
B. Spencer
Cedar Rapide
Tema County
Columbia Township
W. B H. Siiter
Grundy Conler
SoJifer
Dr Taylor’s damning testimony in Thomas murder case
In Des Moines the state won a key point as Dr. Taylor testified about the night of the alleged murder at the Thomas house. He said Charles Thomas claimed the girl had died after too much knockout drops and identified Thomas as one of the men, with August Hast as a possible accomplice.
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Des Moines
Thomas
R. Macy
Highland Park College
Mabel Schofield
Taylor
Kingsley
August Hast
Swern
Bugsy
Noted Case Dismissed In Webster City Assault Charge
The state case against County Superintendent L N Gerber for assault was dismissed by County Attorney Blake in district court. The earlier trial ended with a hung jury, 6 to 6, amid local sentiment against the indictment. Gerber will pay a share of prior trial costs as part of the agreement.
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Webster City
State of
Iowa
L. N. Gerber
L. H. Ford
J. M. Blake
Jamous
Gerber
Blake
Ex Governor Harmves Boles Ill in Hot Springs Ark
Ex governor Harmves Boles known as the Grand Old Man of Iowa lies critically ill at a Hot Springs hotel his relatives report. Doctors say the condition is grave and a bedside call is required. Boies left for Hot Springs two weeks ago seeking winter relief from illness.
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Iowa
Hot Springs
Ark
Waterloo
Harmves Boles
Boles
H. B. Boies
Alderman Kenworthy Accused Of City Damage Scheme
A city solicitor charges Alderman Kenworthy with aiding a plan to damage the city for personal gain. The written accusation claims he would receive 30 percent of the proceeds. The matter was filed and sent to the council for settlement. Mason City revival ends with 2,500 attendees and over 1,000 conversions. The charity ball, tied to the revival efforts for ten years, was canceled, raising 800 dollars for the cause.
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Kenworthy
Mason City
W. A
Tabernacle
Aga
Roosevelt seeks resignation of northern Iowa tax official
Washington reports say President Roosevelt has asked for the resignation of J. A. Sammis as collector for northern Iowa. The issue centers on alleged salary sharing with Sammis’ brother and concerns about Sammis’ performance. Archie Smith’s appointment remains uncertain, with local political figures split and some noting delays until after March 4.
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Des Moines
Washington
Saya
Roosevelt
J. A. Bamuile
Cole
Iowa
Shaw
Heal
Sammis
Lammmis
Archie Smith
Lord Thomas
Smith
Ilowana
Thomas
Hubbard
Governor Approves Memorial Shaft for Andersonville Victims
Des Moines reports Governor approves plans for a memorial to 216 victims of the Confederate Andersonville stockade. Commission selects one design, three options described, with over $10,000 budget and a 20 foot monument featuring a kneeling mother figure and inscriptions.
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Andersonville
Des Moines
Summing
Brewer
Bishard
Train Goes In Ditch In Norwoodville Derailment
Nearly fifty passengers escaped serious harm when a Great Western passenger train derailed at Norwoodville. A three-engine consist struck a broken rail, sending a day coach and a sleeper off and tipping the sleeper on its side. The crowd was large but no injuries were reported.
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Great Western
Norwoodville
Des Moines
Feo
Delay In Judge Evana Decision May Mix Polk County Affairs
Feb 15 report says Judge Evans of Story county may not render the biennial election law decision until late in the month. If so, the case cannot reach the supreme court until April, delaying a May decision. Polk County primaries, if held, would be the first Tuesday in May, risking a muddle if the ruling arrives after.
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Evana
Polk County
Des Monica
Evans
Story County
Supreme Court
Des Moines
Swayne impeachment trial and Senate action in mid February
The record covers Swayne impeachment hearings in the Senate, debates over the Panama Canal and District of Columbia appropriations, and House clashes between Sullivan and Hearst. It notes ratification of eight European arbitration treaties, railroad rate memorials, and naval budget controversy with two battleship additions debated. It also mentions a New York murder-related case tied to Sullivan and Hearst and a New York contractor’s death.
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Prabbaien
Swayne
Florida
Triad
House
Palmer
Enid
Texas
Ita
Houes
Panama Canal Zone
Washington
Senate
United States
Consideraton
Cullom
Senate Committee On Foreign Relations
Sean
Export Association of Newworth
Esch-Townsend
Clapp
Minnesota
New York
Sullivan
Hearst
Lamar
New York American and Journal
District
Tarim
Judge Swayne
Massachusetts
Noyal
Santo Domingo
District of Columbia
Houss
Naval Establishment
S ‘House
Wien
Iriahman
Wenlan
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Eldora
Lydiia Chompson
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Professor Macy
Bones III
Letson Baillet
Des’ Moines
McPherson
Balllet Trust Fund
J. D. Whisen
Central State Bank
Letson Balllet
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