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Newspaper
Sioux County Herald
Location
Orange City, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 20, 1916
Page
2
A garbled column recalls medical notes on serum treatment and wound care, then shifts to updates about universities, libraries, art galleries, and a labor of love for modern art education. It also mentions diverse items from surgical records in Washington county to tax positions and early tech patents.
New Hampton Iowa April 7 Sheriff Frank Herzog was seriously wounded by a vagrant believed to have robbed the Northern Lumber office. The suspect fled but fired a shot into his own head when cornered by a posse. Physicians say the sheriff will recover.
Des Moines Indiana April 1 The Wa bash railway will appeal district court from Municipal Judge Meyer ruling police can seize liquor held by rili to fictitious addresses. Judge Meyer condemned 36 cases of whisky. Eleven of fourteen cases seized at Rock Island offices were returned as shipped to bona fide addresses. Three cases seized at Rock Island condemned due to bootlegging and false addresses.
The article outlines a proposal to move clocks ahead by one hour to gain more recreation time. Citizens discuss holding a meeting in Des Re and consider the daily impact of an extra hour in the morning and during commuting times.
The obituary notes the death of Donghue a former ICWA legislator who served in the lower house. Born and raised in Berry he moved to Canada as a child then to Boston later in life. Years of service and exact dates are obscured by the damaged text.
A river flood halted an engine on the Mississippi River near Lacawater. Crews worked to secure the vessel as waters rose, with no injuries reported. Officials warned of rising currents and advised boats to avoid the area until flood levels receded.
A midget performer with the Harry Lauder company sustained a fractured skull after an onstage accident. The incident occurred during a performance described as a heavy fall, with the injured artist receiving immediate medical care. The show continued as personnel attended to the victim and assessed his condition.
A two story brick building on Jefferson Street near Hawkeye alley collapsed after a blast as workers prepared to move out. Divine’s store and a barber shop were affected. The incident spurred a committee meeting to promote a Rock Island railroad subsidy and gather subscriptions for a proposed project amid limited hotel capacity and growing demand.
Davenport, April 15. Ed ward Palm, son in law of former Congressman Henry Vollmer, has been exiled by the Vollmer family after elopement. Palm’s wife Dorothea Vollmer resumes her maiden name and Withdraws from Davenport society. She attends a YMCA swimming class with working girls and recently recovered from smallpox.
Miss City Aore City has been elected queen with the most popular coed title at the May fete honoring Shakespeare as the tercentenary. Senior Florence Packman Earl Grove and other attendants are named. Over 40 students will participate at Iowa State College in the annual event on May 4.
Fort Dodge Ia police report that after an eight part robbery series culminating in a shooting that wounded Officer Fisher last Sunday morning, three suspects were arrested and one, Frank Tyler, confessed to taking items including a $105 diamond ring a $50 diamond a turquoise ring a signet ring a purse containing $4 two pearl rings a wristwatch a lady’s watch and other rings. He will be bound over to the grand jury.
A cigar maker H Peschau committed suicide using a high cord in his First Avenue building. The report also notes accidental injuries from a car collision, a fire incident, and a pedestrian accident causing injuries to multiple residents including a man named Schuize and others, with several properties mentioned.
An official report from Constantinople states on April 14 that Persian warriors and Turkish detachments attacked Russian cavalry near Seshulak, about three regiments strong, forcing them to retreat toward Uramian Perian Aliienti. No other major engagements were reported.
Officers casualty list for February reports 264 killed wounded and missing in action. Total British losses since the start of the war reach 95 962, with 7 420 killed or died of wounds, 7 445 wounded and 1 787 missing or prisoners of war. The record notes libraries housing more than 1 004 006 volumes.
The Mississippi River overflowed its banks at Dubuque flooding lowlands roads and farm lands. Midstream islands were submerged with thousands of dollars in damage expected as the river rises to an 18 foot stage.
Special state agent P G Crawford admitted on cross examination that he befriended Blanche Hall an inmate in the county jail. He said he took her food and money and wrote to her while jailed, and that he occasionally took her out for short outings. The case includes a letter signed Lovingly and is set to wrap with testimony from Deputy Shetlie Dorn.
A garaged robber case reveals a suspect tied to a begging operation in Genve. After sheriff questioning, the man denied meatier sums and claimed involvement with cash found in a-trai garage scene. He was taken into custody and lodged for further inquiry.
Ida County officers seize John Griveson a Dane living in Battle Creek after suspicious behavior. He reportedly sold a team last fall and used the proceeds to flee toward Sioux City. County officials discuss deportation and arranging his return to Denmark with three brothers aiding the plan.
Montour Pa April 15 00 2 Millard manager of the Incalthone company and Montour plant of the railway light company was on a pole repairing a transformer when he received an electric shock. His wife watched then fell dead beside him. Doctors said the shock caused her heart to break. He was believed dead but later recovered consciousness.
Chifford Clouse a 21 year old boy was badly mangled by a dog in a wagon as he ran past Tuesday. The animal sprang on him tearing ligaments in both legs and inflicting severe body wounds. He covered his face to shield features and cried for help while bystanders heard him.
Washington April 17 Senate amended the army reorganization bill to require national guardsmen to swear obedience to the president as well as the governor. Senator Wadsworth led the change saying it places guardsmen in national service first. Debate followed over defense funding and misappropriation accusations against guard officers.
Washington dispatches report grave fears as Funston and Pershing clash over Parral fighting and Carranza positions in northern Mexico. War and state department indicate cooperation issues, possible transport and communications limits, and ongoing prep for potential border action amid Panama manganese mine opening.
Washington April 15 Alexander Legge general manager of International Harvester testified before the Senate sisal investigation that the company did not buy more sisal than needed for binder twine this year. He said last season’s stock was among the smallest carried over. A new contract with Pan-Amer ican corporation of New Orleans bankers for the Yucatan association replaces a 5 percent commission with a straight 1228 dollar base on all sales to cut any financial interest in sign sales.
William Lorimer resumed his trial testimony in Chicago denying Forgan’s statements about bank deterioration and advising liquidation. He claimed Forgan may have confused him with Munday and described efforts to secure clearance from bankers, noting a run of $1,000,000 after a front page story.
Washington is abuzz as both houses weigh the return of an arms embargo amid debates on Mexico policy. Senators discuss completing military actions against Villa, with some urging withdrawal only after Villa is killed or captured and others cautious about propping up a de facto Mexican government. Rep McLemore introduces a resolution tying U.S. forces to Villa’s fate, sparking committee review.
Kansas City schools plan military training next fall with cadet companies in high and upper grade schools. Uniforms at cost, army supplied equipment, and cadet officers to be provided from the Army. Plans include girls drill, nursing instruction, and a potential annual summer camp at Swope park or Fort Leavenworth. Fogless ventilation fans perfected in England.
A Philadelphia Ledger feature defends a Tower exhibition as a revelation of beauty in the flower world. The piece notes public access was barred by local authorities on a Sunday afternoon and uses broader comments on seeds, paper pulp, acetylene light, and Swiss water power.
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