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Newspaper
Sioux County Herald
Location
Orange City, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Nov 16, 1916
Page
2
Fragmentary report from an Iowa county newspaper describes various 19th century inventions and notices. Mentions ambassadors, perfume supply ideas, mechanical devices, and agricultural notes with scattered names and places. The garbled text references Weather, forestry tools, electrical terms, and regional concerns without coherent narrative.
W. W. Wither, once a publisher, is tied to a trade deal noted in local notices. The fragment mentions Wither in connection with a business matter, with unclear specifics and context. Further readable text centers on W. W. Wither’s past role and potential current engagement in a sale or agreement.
Iowa state news reports a tied vote in the supreme court race with Evans and Theophilus leading in updated returns. Officials caution results are provisional as ballots from Des Moines and surrounding counties are tallied.
In Lyon and Sac counties several local figures are mentioned amid a chaotic report on election returns and a court fight for survival. Names such as Orville, Te VPaske, and Lee Ca appear alongside incomplete notes about injuries from a weapon incident and concealed identities.
A large fire caused extensive damage in the Peñol region. Reports indicate a severe burn incident while workers attempted to control flames. Authorities are investigating the source as responders assess injuries and determine the exact extent of losses.
A brief notice states the estate of Ro Jackson sells holdings and assets under full consideration. Details are sparse in the OCR fragment but indicate a transfer or sale process managed by the estate and its attorneys.
Marshalltown resident robbed by two men on a street car, details scarce as report notes a late night incident involving two suspects. Police investigate and seek tips on identifying the assailants and location of the crime.
A Crawford County man marked his 117th anniversary on a day described as Ida Tuesday in November. The event reflects a notable personal milestone within the county's records.
In a tense presidential contest, Harding trails in Iowa as vote counts trickle in and Theophilus appears as a listed candidate. The race features notable figures Wilson and Pheuph with unclear margins and lingering uncertainty over the outcome.
A garbled OCR fragment mentions a location and names but provides no clear event or outcome. It appears as an unreadable paragraph with mixed letters and broken words without a discernible news item or dates. The text lacks a coherent subject or reporting details for summary.
The article fragment notes wounded soldiers and a French portable bone group invention, with slow export growth for American toys. It mentions 210,006,000 dollars in exports to the United States and a decline to 2,500,000, while England and France increase toy manufacturing, including German toys and a doll factory in France.
OCR reveals a fragmentary note about limited staff at Wilson Mansion and mentions officials, a portable unit, and control of secret materials. It also references a German ethnologist, platinum deposits, and a flexible electric fence, plus ivory from Siberian mammoth remains.
A fragmented clipping reports a Fort Dodge tied sequence of local property dealings including a councilman selling land and a real estate transaction involving a 254 premium. It also notes a Fort Dodge man selling land for 720000 and references a fatal incident and a 16 year old Illinois Central agent death at Sheldon.
Late returns show Theophilus third in a statewide tally with 172 precinct results. Leemer leads 67,248 votes to Evans 43,604 and Theophilus 4,744, with Meredith ahead in only Fremont County and Theophilus carrying one county by 2875 votes.
Miss Turka Yuwke, recent Iowa State College graduate, plans to open a blacksmith shop in Gurlington Iowa after earning her diploma. She will focus on repairing farm machinery and aims to prove a woman can succeed in a traditionally male trade.
California shifts toward Wilson as key states prepare to vote at 2 oclock. Hughes lingers in Minnesota with guarded support, while New Hampshire remains unsettled amid feuds and shifting loyalties. Voters in pivotal battlegrounds weigh the candidates as late results hint at overall momentum.
November results show President-elect Wilson leading in key states. Charles J. Hughes declines to comment and avoids congratulating the incoming administration. Minnesota, New Hampshire, and California votes influence the final tally amid guarded declarations by Wilson supporters.
Chicago circles consider filing interim statistics amid push for an eight hour law across multiple states. Sewell notes pier and related action. details remain unclear in the fragmented text.
Two submarines attacked the liner Arabia causing it to sink during battle. About 387 passengers and crew were aboard when torpedoes struck. Lifeboats saved some as the ship went down amid rough weather and ongoing rescue efforts.
New York reports a sharp rise in steel orders for the month ending October, reaching 492,676 tons, a significant increase over the prior month. The previous high record was 70,5?0 tons, with several years since then.
A garbled report links HRS and Thompson away from Columbus and mentions a federal college president, a Kentucky site, and a geological survey. An annual statement lists quicksilver distribution in the United States with a stated year value of 1,826 pounds and $1,826 in total worth.
Washington reports Berlin has informed that Germany will inquire into the sinking of the British steamer Oewsher and the loss of six American lives. The note asserts submarines were involved and signals the government’s intention to investigate the incident and assign responsibility.
Mrs Henry M Flagler widow of the late millionaire declines to confirm a Louisville Kentucky man engagement report to Robert Wort Binghem. A friend says Mrs Flagler disclosed the engagement a month ago with plans for a November 15 wedding.
Early returns show Harding carrying the state by a decisive margin with large majorities in key counties including Des Moines and Sioux City. Meredith trails with scattered returns and speculation that Hughes may win the statewide plurality.
Voting tallies across dozens of Iowa counties show Wilson Hughes Meredith and Harding leading in various precincts. Data from forty or more districts indicate Wilson and Hughes split results in cities like Des Moines and Waterloo, with Meredith strong in Montona and Atlantic, while Harding leads governor contests in several areas.
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