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Newspaper
Sioux County Herald
Location
Orange City, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 08, 1912
Page
2
In Japan, pearl divers are trained from youth at the amah school. Women wear a special suit and tied hats, dive to five to 30 fathoms, and hold breath for up to three minutes. They drop oysters into small tubs from rowboats, with men hoisting them to the surface.
Mime Gakhmelle, American-born wife of the czar’s envoy in Washington, is praised for happiness shown in decorations on her dinner dress. The ambassador’s wife is noted for receiving tokens from old world rulers for her work aiding Aegean refugees in Bulgaria over several years.
A fragmentary note lists invented book titles such as Kaw's Timinent Thumpbugs and Drowsey’s Reactions of Nothing, along with mock authors and works like Lady Godiva on Her Afforse, Evidences of Christianity, and Wraikes Migration, reflecting playful cataloging in a London Chronicle style.
A fragment describes experiments where Blane Gu uses separate vessels filled with water to compare blood transfer between hands. The note mentions birds eating meat after injury, cannibalism among chicks, and observers noting red blood drops. Curiosity leads to further exploration of blood and meat.
In a richly described display, Purissia presents a jeweled collection featuring malachite columns and sparkling stones. The ornate chest and guards symbolize royal defense as a central feature in the depicted scene.
J A Miller discusses carnival autos in Suba Megasine, noting armored designs and portable enclosures for cash handling. The piece mentions guards and entrances limiting access, with references to wage changes and weaponless stations as analysts weigh future costs.
Fragmentary OCR text mentions names like Paulsen Geier Pavieviel Paviescu and a Buch round Paviescu with business references, but details and full context are unreadable. This item appears to be a damaged snippet listing personal names and a place with limited accompanying information.
Fragmentary OCR text provides few readable facts. contains names and numbers that are not coherent enough to form a valid summary or identify a clear event, date, or location.
A sparse OCR fragment mentions regional contexts and a distant event with no clear details or named entities. The text lacks identifiable people or organizations to anchor a precise summary.
A damaged clipping mentions a small sum of money and an unclear reference to Utah and surrounding regions. The legible portion notes 22.8 cents and a figure resembling 600, with partial language suggesting a financial or accounting context.
Fragmentary text describes Yale-like Peru interior discoveries, noting royal baths and a temple. It hints at ancient Ineneft structures in a boundless wilderness with garbled terms and impossible counts, including references to Clecks and eleck counts.
Local bid to remove grade crossing in New Jersey gains momentum with state officials and railroad interests debating replacement routes. Community leaders urge safer crossings and improved traffic flow to prevent accidents and protect pedestrians and motorists.
Des Moines February meeting reelects Dr. Gershom Hill as president of the Iowa Anti-Saloon League. Officers sworn in include Rev. A Norrbom as vice president and Rev. J P Burling as secretary, Fred Risser as treasurer. Directors listed include J G Obnated and several Des Moines clergy. The convention opposed the Sammis and Shankland bills and backed the Kenyon-Sheppard interstate liquor shipment bill.
Mary McCarthy, a Forest City teacher, sues Phillip Sullivan, a wealthy stockman, for 150000 dollars claiming breach of marriage promise and related grief. Papers filed, counsel secured, trial expected in Wayne county. Letters in Miss McCarthy’s possession may aid the case against Sullivan.
A morning blaze in Gilman wiped out three business buildings including the Bank of Gilman after a line stove in the Seager restaurant exploded. Fire spread rapidly, units were slowed by frozen water, and a bucket brigade fought the flames. Estimated loss about 5000 dollars with 9000 dollars insured.
Des Moines Iowa February . Attorney General Cosson ruled that soldiers' tax exemption of 1500 must be prorated among all property owned by him and subject to taxation and taken from any one class of property. The exemption was allowed by the last legislature.
Spirit Lake Kansas Feb 2 There is talk that Senator Fanes of Spirit Lake may run for COMERCE but he announces he will seek re election to succeed himself as senator.
Fred Findstein of Burlington was named acting United States district attorney for the southern district of Iowa by U A Temple. He succeeds George G. Stewart of Fort Madison, whose resignation took effect yesterday.
Fragmentary report notes Hiram Johnson of California visiting Roosevelt era discussions in New York. The piece hints at a murder or serious crime context but is unclear, with garbled details about events and timing, mentioning Governor Johnson and a public figure visit in Gotham.
Manila February 3 After a stormy night meeting the legislative assembly ended today closing the second session of the second legislature. About 70 bills have been passed by the assembly with many important measures still outstanding. Gov Forbes immediately called an extra five days to serve outstanding measures. A repetition of last year's deadlock over appropriation bills seems likely.
Vandalia train No 13 known as the St Louis Special derailed near St Jacob Kentucky after leaving Pittsburgh yesterday afternoon at 6.00. One engine left the track and engineer Hickman was injured when a broken rail caused the crash. Details from Vandalia headquarters remain brief.
Carroll council received bids from thirteen firms to pave twelve blocks and adjourned without action. Creosoted blocks carried the highest bid at 69692 dollars by National Routing of Omaha, with brick by Boone firm Goon & Bringen as the next-lowest. Oskaloosa holds its Sixth district Republican convention in March to select two national delegates, with officers named and a standpatter control pattern noted. Additional items cover labor disputes at Muscatine, Webster City politics, and various local incidents and upcoming events across Iowa towns.
Rev. Austin Dowling, rector of Providence Cathedral, learned he was chosen as bishop for Des Moines in a surprising move. The New York native, educated at Manhattan College and Brighton seminary, has served as editor and professor and held key roles in Providence before his Des Moines appointment.
In Mars Iowa on February the year old Frank Mersch son of Afr and Mrs Peter Mersch burned to death after tumbling against a red hot stove while mother fetched water. An elder brother, five, attempted to rescue him but could not prevent the fatal injury.
A 35 member union committee at Rock Island arsenal delivered an ultimatum against the proposed Taylor piece-work system. Despite a morning conference with commandant Colonel Burr, no agreement was reached and planners delayed shop installations pending a congressional committee report.
Logan district sheriff offers a reward for information leading to the location of Claude T. G. Bailey who disappeared October 29, 1971. Description notes blue eyes, brown hair, about 20, smooth shave, brown suit, gray overcoat.
In Des Moines on February 2, Arthur Tales, an 18 year old linked to Luther Alexander, was shot by Detectives Johnston and Pettit while attempting to escape after being caught in the robbery at St Catherine's Home and the Catholic school for girls. Tales was seen near the robbery and was described as Alexander's pal. The brother and sister of the deceased robber were released today. Alexander’s family had moved from Larham two years ago.
Fort Dodge Iowa reports the death of Mrs. Green aged 83 after a nearly two year illness. She was sustained by artificial means for over a year and celebrated her golden anniversary with her husband in 1908. Survivors include her husband and sons Al and Walter Green of the Green Wheeler Shoe Co previously of Des Moines.
Blizzard weather traps trains around Mason City and Ackley delaying service. Passengers report being stranded aboard stalled cars near central lines as crews work to clear tracks during February winter storm. Local authorities warn of ongoing road hazards.
At a special meeting Ames elects B Keeney as captain of the track squad for the 191 season replacing Beck who cannot compete this spring. Returns of last year’s top point winners bolster prospects with Haggard back at school and Josslyn Farquhar among promising candidates intensifying competition for spots.
Reports from the Sandal hill region describe tales of a serious chast driving residents to recall two mysterious disappearances years ago. The local story has stirred concern as details surface from a port connection and a Tridinaga Feb. I-Bridge- Tart quotation.
Washington reports the state department will study a claim of a Japanese colony to be established on the Magdalena coast in lower California. The inquiry examines land ownership rules and possible infractions as colonists pursue individual holdings.
Des Moines Feb 1 Wardens of the penitentiary and state reformatory may face fewer issues over commitment forms after an attorney general decision clarifies law status. Many commitments previously fixed determinate sentences, with judges setting terms like six months for a 20 year offense. The AG notes suspension of sentence differs from parole timing.
In Rock Island a clash arose as 4500 unionized workers oppose the Taylor card system. Union leaders vow to refuse the cards, arguing installation foreshadows the complete Maynard system. Colonel Burr says it does not affect wages, only productivity. American Federation of Labor reps seek departmental acceptance across the plants.
Day Ric Louisiana announces H W Scarborough appointed superintendent of the tuberculosis sanatorium near Towse City after Dr Wirchner's resignation. Scarborough has served as assistant for years and has held full charge since Get rer. He is a graduate of the state university. his father is a local physician.
Fort Dodge senator Kenyon will hire local counsel for Delivers in a personal injury suit over the death of a husband fallen November 2. The case involves a collision between a passenger train and a freight car. Haviking is plaintiff seeking 480,080. The suit names the railway and its officials, with prior counsel Pelton involved in related actions.
In Mapleton JA a school closes as scarlet fever cases appear in the community. Officials report investigation underway and precautions being taken while classes pause and the building undergoes cleaning and health checks.
Webster February? C. Rites. aac died at the bas nearby here this morning after an accident yesterday when he tried to board a train near Var where he lives on a farm. Between the cars two limbs were severed in the incident.
A National Guard lieutenant was injured during a target practice session when a firearm discharged unexpectedly. The incident occurred near the practice area as trainees, including a lieutenant identified as Isaac M. Ho, prepared at the range. Authorities are investigating the mishap and conditions of the injured officer.
Tan Feb 1a ct. McAllister, aged 25, died by his own hand during a moonlit night, driven by unrequited love and family objections to his fiancee. Friends say depression over these love troubles preceded the tragedy.
An explosion from an automobile started a blaze in Altieboro Alabama early today, destroying the opera house block with losses around 200000 dollars. The business section faced threat of destruction but residents escaped safely as the fire spread to upper apartments where occupants got out without injury.
The Standard Oil Company of New York reports an advance in petroleum prices today in New York. Details are limited due to the fragmented OCR text.
State Accountant M F Cox clears Town Clery officials in a Des Moines forwarded report. Warrants stamped not paid due to funds, bond fund diverted, treasurer ordered to replace from local expense sums under penalty of prosecution. Des Moines hosts Methodist Episcop al convention Feb 13 14 with 1000 delegates led by Bishop William E McDowell. Candidates for state offices to publicly back women suffrage per Iowa Bren league and Equal Suffrage Association. Registration drives for 192? license plates proceed with about 1220 issued. injunctions in Cherokee and other counties addressed. various local notices of crime, school experiments, and civic matters across Iowa towns.
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