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Newspaper
Semi Weekly Reporter
Location
Waterloo, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 14, 1905
Page
5
In a Senate speech the president was accused of using influence to elect Mormon Republican candidates in Idaho and Utah. The remarks, by Du Bois, referenced Reed Smoot’s seat and claimed Taft spoke in Idaho to advocate for order. The exchange noted the Mormon hierarchy seeking political dominance and alleged presidential missteps.
Parle December reports an impressive parish response to the clergy appeal for attendance at the first mass. Police filed formal charges where disturbances occurred, while parishioners at several churches requested permission to hold services on the dawn of 1881.
London reports a bicycle race disrupted by a bad spill in which several riders fell after yesterday's attack of heart weakness. The race was suspended briefly. King Oscar's status is uncertain as riders resumed with some still unable to continue.
The Cummings Commission Co a major St Paul and Minneapolis brokerage house suspended operations citing internal difficulties. Waterloo offices in Steely block East Fourth Street closed after last reports Wednesday evening as patrons were advised of the action. The company indicated it would protect all accounts and that a few days would be needed to determine results.
New York on December 13, actor Rankin Duvall aged 41 entered a saloon, drew a cheese knife to his abdomen and collapsed before witnesses. Officers and bystanders assisted as he was attended and removed from the scene. The incident is reported as a suicide attempt with medical responders en route.
Jesse Clyde Rumsey of Chicago pleaded guilty to raiding trains near Glasgow, Missouri, and robbed the Ascot Burlington and Rock Island lines. He was sentenced to twenty years in prison.
A basement blaze at the new Ellis hotel site on Sycamore Street caused smoke and water damage across the four story structure. Losses run to thousands, with Wood, IIe and Platt bearing major sums, and tenants like Leo Tekel and S. W. Hurwich reporting damages while insurance largely covers anticipated costs. Firefighters quickly confined the fire to the rebel drug store area, sparing most of the upper floors.
Fire at the Logan House, managed by R. W. Johnston Howl Ooi, forces Chief Duntgat and his crew to attack from the top. Judge F. C. Platt notes delays in occupancy and insurance adjustments, with recovery expected in a few days despite the extensive damage.
Nashua December 13 Special Toba has been a resident of ed suddenly sick Monday and Tuesday Dr Rich of Frederika treated. The deceased man Mr Sheldon died at 10 o clock before arrival at home. He married Mie Ade line Hawkins and came to Nashua in 1881 with oxen locating on a site between Rivera and Bradford ten miles away. Survived by wife four sons Abner Frank and John Joshua and two daughters Mrs Strike of New Hampton and Mrs Blanchard of Frederickaburg.
Faro Jones discusses thefts from Central at Fort Dodge where eleven men are discharged amid an investigation. The largest known theft by a single man was four and a half tons. officials say no formal blacklist will be created as hiring decisions rely on each road’s judgment and records.
Lucinda Johnson petitions to set out land within city limits at Wateriog on the west side of the river near Sang Souci. The case cites city boundary issues and asserts the land should not be incorporated. Attorneys Meara and Lovejoy represent the plaintiff amid related suit notes and guardianship actions for Fitzroy Sessions.
Toledo dispatch describes a chaotic Pine case in Tama county where a party attempting liquor seizure clashed with workers and drew a crowd, with several witnesses struck and Pett hit on the cheek. The report shifts to local ads for Edison phonographs and a Dubuque violin sale, noting high prices and rare instruments.
Excavation started this morning for a new brick two story building on the corner lot at West Park avenue and Bluffs streets. H. D. Fairall will own the basement, with the first floor to be leased to William A. Welty Co and Things & Co to likely sublease part of the space for wholesale neckwear.
In New Hampton on December 13 a plan emerged to replace the destroyed Javid hotel with a fine brick structure costing between 20,000 and 40,000 dollars to be erected on the former site. A meeting led by Dr Gardner and with Al Markie as secretary formed a committee of bankers and business leaders to secure location and funding while the Lundland agency offered 1,500 dollars in stock if the site is purchased. A site decision and location remain unsettled. the city will operate the station without naming a site.
G C F officers elected at St Josephs Court 868 meeting held Wednesday December 12 include Rev Mark Cooney as D R and A A Dubs as R C Butterfield as V C and A John Schilling as A J R S Matt McDermott and B Striegel as trustees F 3 B Striegel as treas A Striegel also named. Waterloo bowling team visit to Waverly ends with Waverly 2244 Waterloo 2061. return game to be played after Christmas. John H Shuneman of Cedar Falls granted patent on tubular hay rack. Ladies Aid Society bazaar at Grace M church closed with chicken supper.
In Nashua on a Wednesday afternoon 16 year old Chas lom Allent son of Mr. and Mrs. M. M. Allent suffered severe hand injuries while shredding corn at B Carpenter's and in cleaning a shredder at the Home Tea Store. Amputation appears likely as doctors work to save the rest of the fingers. RL Beveridge of New York is in the city on business and noted for the mangled hand.
Clarksville residents learned that Abe Van Slyke was found dead near Olympia Washington in June. The coroner reports the body with head mangled was found beside a railroad and held in the morgue for three months while relatives were located. Van Slyke was well known in Clarksville, having lived nearby for years.
Iowa's 1905 crop report, presented by director J.R. Sage, shows corn at 288,348,920 bushels, average yield 41 bushels per acre, total value around $120,405,421, with broader farm products value reaching $920,498,421. Winter wheat, spring wheat, rye, barley, flax, potatoes, and hay yields are detailed with farm prices and total values. The report notes a record state output and high quality corn, with pasture and grazing valued near $90,000,000.
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