Iowa considers moving telephon e lines under state commission
Des Moines reports say the Eleventh General Assembly may assign complete jurisdiction over all telephone and high power lines in Iowa to the state railroad commission or a special public utilities commission. The move follows dissatisfaction with telephone concerns and a push from agricultural groups and extension departments at Iowa State College Ames.
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Monseigneur Feuerstein Dies at Le Mars
LeMars Iowa December reports the death of Monseigneur Feuerstein after apoplexy. He led the local church 16 years, born in Indiana, served as a prominent Iowa church leader, and was elevated to monsignor in his later years.
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Edward Chassell Named Commissioner
Edward Chassell of LeMars, a former state binder, was named by Governor for the position of state railroad commissioner to succeed James H. Wilson who died recently in Washington. Chassell will start work early in December after telegraphing acceptance.
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Mayor Demands Hummell Resign Amid Controversy
Des Moines reports Mayor MaccVirur demands the resignation of C Hummell from the civil service board or faces impeachment. The letter, signed by Maude Wells, critiques Hammott and ties to broader disputes over charges against former police official W E B Dowell. Details remain unofficial but discussions spread among officials.
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Dead on Creek Bank A Man Found Near Milnerville
Milnerville Iowa November 3 body of a man who terrorized families in Plymouth county was found on Broken Kettle creek banks. Identity unknown, about 50, no papers, $11 in cash. Inquest to be held. locals kept him restrained earlier as his behavior appeared demented.
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Wilson Seeks Rail Reform in State of the Union Address
President Wilson opened Congress with a rail regulation focus. He urged immediate Interstate Commerce Commission expansion, arbitration measures, and military rail control while pushing corrupt practices reform and foreign commerce bills. The address underscores preventing strikes, public investigation of disputes, and swift action on key measures.
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Thom Resumes Stand in Railway Inquiry
Washington December 1 The congressional railroad investigation committee resumed hearings with A P Thom counsel for the railroad as cross examiner on his seventh day of testimony The panel planned to hear Max Thelan slate railroad commissioner and another witness.
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Australian miners win eight hour day end of coal strike
The coal miners secure an eight hour day and abolition of double shifts after the settlement ends a national strike. They receive compensation for rising living costs and authorities gain control of distribution amid broad relief and parliamentary cheers.
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Dakota State News items from Huron to Sioux Falls notes
A sketch of scattered local items includes: a B Pack man arrested in Huron for stealing furs traced to Sioux Falls and taken back for trial. minten elected congressman from Minnesota’s Fifth District with ties to Centerville education. Centerville schools appoint V Brethorst as principal. a scorpion incident in Clark. Nels Nordstrom dies from car wreck injuries near Platte. DeWold hospitalized. Purebred stock breeders elect officers in Clark. Howard Clark and Andrew Strommer arrive at Sioux Falls penitentiary for prison terms.
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Fort Dodge Hunters to Stage Unique City Contest
Fort Congo Iowa hosts a new hunting contest on Saturday with city hunters competing in a points system. Entries include rabbits 4 points and other game up to 300 points for foxes.
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Bootleggers Target for Attorney General
Des Moines reports show Attorney General George Casson enforcing liquor laws in Keokuk and Fort Madison. Actions include 35 permanent liquor inquiries in Lee County and 16 Fort Madison indictments for maintaining a disreputable nuisance, with $300 mini fines. Fort Madison prosecutors seek gambling nuisance indictments while Keokuk awaiting grand jury results.
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Witness Testimony on Explosion Sound Suppression
In the testimony Mrs. Maloney recalls not hearing detonations during the explosion, saying she believed the dynamite blast drowned out the sounds. The exchange highlights how the blast’s noise masked the detonations from nearby observers.
The Convention Method in Detroit Free Press
A Detroit Free Press excerpt captures a convention's dull pace. Delegates stayed four days due to the arrangements committee's hotel demand for revenue.
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Mr Duffersby and a Musical Household
A lighthearted snippet from the Birmingham Age-Herald shows Mr Duffersby and his musical family. The gag implies even with their talents they would cover their ears to feign distress when hearing ragtime.
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