Iowa Attorney General vows to pursue separate murder trials
Iowa Attorney General Havner announces intent to prosecute George J. Kelly separately for each of eight Villisca murders. He says Kelly will be tried for Lana Stilinger’s killing first and that further indictments will follow if the first trial fails. Havner cites expert opinions and deems the Villisca crimes the era’s most vicious.
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Red Oak
Hayner
Ownstairs
Mooreome
Lena Stilfinger
Kelly
Havner
Iowa
Thresher boiler explosion injures several near Ashton
Reports say a threshing engine boiler exploded at Fred Inka's place four miles east of Ashton. Mike Schwarzekopf suffered severe leg and body scalds, Robert Freesman was driven by the drivewheel with minor injuries, Jey Hoffman broke an arm, Ole McDonough was badly burned, others were treated for various injuries. The blast also ripped the machine housing and a separator shield. Police and emergency crews responded. condition of the injured described as serious but improving.
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Fred Inka
Ten
Schwarzekopf
Charles Trarhla
Cedar Rapils
Fairfax
Fred C. Willett
Burt
United States
Fort Dodge
Grand Jury
Baling
Cooper
Wilson
Logan
Missouri
Clay
Harrison County
Garbage for Swine Could Save Food Supply at Camp Dodge
A Iowa State College experiment in Ames shows garbage from 17 to 47 workers fed to pigs yields about 1 pound daily gain per pig with 14 pounds of garbage per person per day. At Des Moines cantonment 3,000 pounds of garbage daily could produce 2,100 pounds of pork for 100 pounds gain, worth an estimated $91,000 yearly.
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Ames
Camp Dodge
Agricultural Experiment Station
Iowa State College
College Iia
Des Moines
Cantonment
Food Administration
War Department
3. M. Evyard
Towa State College
October Brides Embrace Vintage Trends In Wedding Gowns
The article notes October brides favoring antique styles and long trains with satin and crepe fabrics, seeking picturesque dignified gowns. It highlights a model with a high sleeve, satin, lace, and a long veil, plus pearl neckpieces and orange flower bud accents as a timeless bridal look.
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Liebride
Torche
Wolaga Clossaias
Albomedhier
Peu
For Her Hours of Ease The Comfortable Kimono
A fashion note describes the kimono as a reliable lounging garment in cotton crepes and printed silks, popular in Japan and among American housewear. It highlights simple design, narrow silk belts, three-quarter sleeves, and a satin-edged collar, praising its understated elegance and practicality for daily ease.
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Japan
German Plot Bulletin Details Prewar Propaganda Ties
A Public Information Committee bulletin reveals German propaganda and spy networks in the United States before the war. Documents seized in April 1916 show contact between Wolfe von Igel, the German embassy, and Count von Bernstorff, with funds and covert operations tied to the Hamburg America line and its covert secret service.
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Washington, D. C
Germany
Committee On Public Information
Department of Justice
New York
Wolfe von Igel
von Fei
Count von Bernstortz
United States
Great Britain
Mexico
Bondndustry
Hamburg-American Line
Bureau of Investigation
Committee State
Roger Casement
London
Boehm
Meney
Congress
Ates
Viereck
Sender Viereck
von Tgel
Edwin Emerson
Mr. Brown
Mr. Braun
Marcus Braun
J. Archibald
von Igel
California
Freezone Corn Remedy Promoted by Clucinnat chemist
An advertisement touts Freezone a new corn and callus treatment from a Clucinnat chemist. Tiny bottles available at drug stores for a few cents claim instant soreness relief, shedding corn or callus with no pain. It stresses no burning or irritation and urges asking pharmacists to stock it.
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Adv
Mugant Case Trial Moment Shows Odd Jury Inquiry
An attorney for a Mugant in a near trial questioned jurors about gun intentions and joked with Juror No 10. The exchange centered on phrases like waiting and watching, with responses revealing a confusing tale of his whereabouts and activities at the time.
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W&s
West
Tudtanapolis News
Ugk
Kidney medicine endorsed by druggist customers
A letter dated Oct 3 2016 from Sedalia Missouri praises Dr Kilmer Swamp Root for kidney liver and bladder relief. It claims 16 years of selling the product and invites readers to send ten cents for a sample bottle and information booklet. Large and medium bottles are available at drug stores.
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Dr. Kilmer & Co
Binghamton
N. Y
Two of a Kind in a London Theater Tale
Anecdote tells how a London theater proprietor who avoided comic roles dismissed a touring comedian after two of a kind exchange. The manager explains one of them must go, remarking that neither is himself.
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London
Ig Company
Jonesey
Cuticura Heals Eczema and Skin Troubles
Treatment advice promotes Cuticura products for skin conditions including eczema, rashes, and pimples. Readers are urged to bathe with Cuticura Soap and hot water, dry, then apply Cuticura Ointment, with a free sample offer via mail to Quickune y Dept Ly Boston.
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Quiicunéy Dept. Ly
Boston
Ady
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