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Newspaper
Titonka Topic
Location
Titonka, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 22, 1908
Page
3
A jumble of comments on town limits and keeping or moving townsfolk, a New York cargo of Christmas toys, and satire on exaggerated statements. The piece also touches on plans for a longevity bureau, a retired major general as janitor, and a London stock exchange scene signaling market mood.
The Newton grand jury indicts George Young for killing Frank Parker near Kellogg last July. Mrs Minnie Bielefeld of Slows City dies by gas after family dispute. Des Moines to host poultry show in December. Summit Lake receives Hawkeye fish release near Creston. Chariton hosts annual old settlers reunion with fair exhibits. Paul Radloff arson verdict found guilty. Madison resident W C Sawyer suffers mental break and police intervene. St Paul and Nes fines railroad status announced.
Fragmented clipping reports a straw vote on who should be Perry's mayor during a weeklong carnival starting the 12th. It also notes business moves in Clear Lake and Marshalltown, including a new bank, and records a fatal accident and political editorial stance on party coverage.
A stream of brief items covers politics crime weather and accidents. Topics include Hearst facing a defamation suit in Nebraska, the German balloon Bussy crash in the North Sea, the American battleship fleet’s Japan arrival, fires in Michigan and Oregon, a murder case in Illinois, a Hindu migration in Canada, and a Carlisle Indian School alumnus accused of bigamy.
The report lists upcoming events and appointments: Roosevelt's England visit after Africa in 1910. Le Roy and McConnell to receive honorary degrees from DePauw University. Rev F H D pastor of the New York Avenue M E Church Brooklyn named for university presidency. other notices include postmaster Von Tiedmann under embezzlement charges and clerk James McKenny's long service in Washington.
A confidential Sofia report indicated Bulgaria planned to resign and be replaced for national defense, prompting Turkey to mobilize troops in Asia Minor and Macedonia. The French embassy was notified, and a potential Turco Bulgarian accord emerged though public support remains volatile. Ferdinand's influence counters the war faction, but disorder could rekindle conflict.
Officials report fragmentary but improving conditions in northern Michigan as refugees endure severe exposure in makeshift camps. Governor Warner appeals for donations while Detroit and Alpena mobilize relief efforts including blankets.
Reports fromTurla October 19 suggest the proposed marriage between the duke of Abrugel and Miss Kalé Érive Wins is in doubt as the duke plans a possible departure to the United States. If valid the union would elevate Miss Eikina to royal status and place her within the Feroy family circle.
Report from Detroit Oct 19 says fires have entered Rogera City and destroyed a brewery. Residents prepare to flee by boats as forest flames threaten Alpena on Thunder Bay. President Hawks of the Detroit Mackdunes railroad received word of the serious threat to Oasinkt and Alpena.
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