Special Program at First Presbyterian Church Meeting
The regular People's Union Mission meeting at First Presbyterian Church Sunday evening invites the public to attend and vote on trustees for the coming year. Reports from branches, financials, and various officers will be presented, followed by the election of trustees and a benediction.
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People’s Union Mission
Presbyterian
Schmidt
Henry Vollmer
Sam Zorton
S. W. Pierce
M. Ly Maris
Ned Lee
Accused Woman Links Man to Train-Robber Gang
In San Francisco on January 12, Kitty Nieky Seager, jailed on polygamy charges, told Captain Burhett she is surrounded by a gang of train robbers including a member called Black Joe and others nicknamed Zip and Pete. She claims the Denver Rio Grande and Union Pacific lines were targeted across New Mexico, Arkansas, Missouri, and Colorado. Baddeley denies the accusations but is detained on suspicion. he says he has changed names but remains a carpenter by trade. Detective Keely has notified police to hold Baddeley.
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San Francisco
Cal
Ktin- Nieky Seager
Pete
New Mexico
Arkansas
Missouri
Colorado
California
Dénver
Rio Grande
Irons Mountain
Badderey
Ckeely
St. .Lews
No- Uce
Baddeley
Iowan Honors and State Award Ceremony
Official notice from the Iowa historical department announces that Iowans received four awards at a historical exhibit. Président Francis grants the state a grand prize for the exhibit. Charles Aldrich earns a silver medal for distinguished services and Charles A. Cumming is noted as artist with a silver medal. a bronze medal is awarded to the state and a ceremonial stone axe is presented by Mr. Aldrich for the honor.
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New Moines
Charles Aldricy
Hs State Historical Department
Francis
Aldrich
Charles A. Cumming
al Grich
Taggart Is Pupil of Bryan Admits Ideas Must Be Adopted
National Chairman admits the Nebraskan's ideas must be adopted in a contemporary political scene. The report references Indianapolis and mentions William J. Bryan as Nazi Chairman Tageart, Jona W. Ker in a tense backdrop of party strategy and political alignment.
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Taggart
Bryan
Indianapolis
A. Farence
Yester
William J- Bryan
Tageart
Jona W. Ker
Henry Norris Will Leaves $4 Million to Colleges
Philadelphia news reports the late Henry Norris a wealthy Quaker left an estate valued near 4 million dollars. His will provides 5 thousand dollars to Haverford College the University of Pennsylvania and the University Hospital for lasting endowments to each.
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Philadelphia
Henry Norris
Haverfort’college
University of Pennsylvania
University Bosp
Mailed threats prompt inquiry into family trouble
A Sioux City mystery unfolds as a series of deceptive letters signed Maud circulate. Post Office officials recall cards stating a mistake while households report threats to spouse trust and a near divorce amid accusations and a planned inquiry.
Arrest in Coleax Mystery Spurs Family Feud
Newton Jan 12. Charles Branford, a farmer near the Slaughter home, was arrested on an assault charge against Mel Slaughter at the urging of the Slaughter family. Branford posted $1000 bond. preliminary hearing set for Colfax Monday. Longstanding feud between Slaughter and Eminlod families ties to estate disputes over Josiah Slaughter's wealth and inheritance.
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Newton, Ta
Slaughter Famils
Coarles Branford
Mel Slaughter
Colfax
Branford
Mel Slaughit
Tim
Walmed
Jave Josial
Slaughlec
Nis
Son of Merriam Weds in Washington D C
John Zuncock Merriam son of Governor Merriam and Mrs Willis Merriam of Minnesota married Miss Rose Wallach daughter of Mrs Richard Wallach at the bride's home in Washington yesterday. The gathering included the two families and several society figures with dances and a breakfast. Prominent hosts Senator and Mrs Depew and diplomats attended. Announcement of Capt. John J Pershing engagement to Helen Frances Warren of Wyoming was made. No date for the wedding is set.
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Washington, D. C
John Zuncock Merr
Willis
Merriam
Minnesota
Rose Davel
Wallach
Hmrs
Richard Wallach
Moon
John J. Pershing
Congress
Helen Prances Warred
Senator Warren
Wyoming
Dr King’s New Life Pills Promise Quick Stomach Relief
An old time medicine ad touts Dr King’s New Life Pills as a fast cure for stomach troubles and blood system cleaning. It urges readers to buy at Frank Nagy’s drug store, claiming modern requirements are met by the product.
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Frank
Nagy
Fire damages principal business district buildings
A fire damaged the Arigna Mérean de company and Maito's general store with smaller structures also harmed. Authorities suspect incendiary origin though five separate traces point to arson, and about $15,000 in losses are reported across the area.
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Artepe
Taj
Shestoma
Alos
Lers Veluer
Inaurahes
Arigna Méreande Company
Maito
Defenders at Port Arthur in Russian Morale Report
Daily Telegraph Port Arthur correspondent cites prisoner stories that Kondyatenko helped defend the fortress as Stoessel favored surrender. Russian commanders in Manchuria lose confidence in Kouropatkin amid retreats after Shakhe river actions, with morale and discipline declining and mines threatening Port Arthur.
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Lemon
Yan
Daily Telegraph
Port Arthur
Kondyatenko
Seventh East Siberian Rifles Brigade
Stoeesel
Bhathe
Shakbe River
Kouropatkin
Manchuria
Nes
Navy Department
Iguni
Nast
Nikiti
Bale
Wirey
Gevert
Stoessel
Ring Nadien
Kostiskow
Privse
Grand jury resumes land fraud inquiry in Oregon
Partiang Oregon January reports the federal grand jury reopens probes into land fraud conspiracies. Witnesses from Linn County are summoned as testimony links Timber interests with Eastern and Western lumber firms. A. R. Greene, Interior inspector, returns from Wisconsin amid talk of large timber syndicates in Oregon and Washington.
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Partiang
Ore
Federal
Linn County
Minneapolis
A. R. Greane
Interior Department
Wisconsin
Horace G. McKinley
United States
Oregon
Washington
Kotchell Seeks Postmaster Appointment Amid Rumors
The article reports Kotahell or Kotchell seeking the postmaster role in Astin City Wan EM. It notes rumors of a Senate confirmation and a confrontation over the appointment with Geo. Annadson, son of Job Annadson, as a rival candidate, with politicians weighing the deal.
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Astin City
Wan
CoKotehell
Tawa-state Sbanky
Dopiiver
Pontingdtee
Pele
Iubeda
Senate
Phere
Cen Lively
Rep. Kotchell
Geo. Annadson
Job Aunumdson
Monopolies Threaten Public Resources and Suffrage Debate
The governor calls for a thorough public records investigation into monopolistic control of oil and gas resources, arguing that private interests imperil state wealth and civic virtue. He condemns the coercive pricing that harms producers and consumers and ties it to broader calls for universal suffrage and accountability in government.
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Urate
Drinks acid and cuts throat in barber shop tragedy
Despondent man aged 50 from Marion Meyers visited his brother Joe's barber shop in Cedar Falls. After talking with relatives he drank acid from a bottle then used a taser on himself, in a fatal self destruction attempt observed by shop workers.
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Cedar Falls
Marion Meyers
LaPorte
Joe
Euste- Tes
Watterson Letters From Burone Era Recalled
Henry Watterson writes of a past trip and the Morals of his circle in Louisville. He recalls Mr and Mrs Mahoney hosting lavishly during their stay and forming close ties, noting kindness and generosity amid shifting impressions. He cautions against trusting appearances and ends with a tempered political judgment.
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Lowisville
Henry
Inter
Sioux City Banks to Merge into One First National Bank
The First National Bank of Sioux City and City National Bank will merge into one institution. Consolidated capitalization set at 3000000 dollars with initial City National stock 100900. Merger pending until central meeting. J Fred Troy elected cashier of City National to succeed A Z Wilson. Board to include George C Call W Carning Beck and Troy with likely additions at the annual meeting.
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Sioux City
First National Bank
City National. Bank
First National. Bank
Torst National Ig
City’ Nations
Consolidated Bank
City National
J. Pred. Troy
First National
A. Z. Wilson
George C. Call
W. Carning Beck
J. Fred Troy
George Hoover Dies After Accident at Gridtéll
George Hoover died Sunday at age 63 following an accident near Gridtéll. He passed away at his home and is buried in Hazel Wood Cemetery. The funeral was conducted by Rev. J. McCiel Istid, pastor of the Methodist chapel here. Hoover was the oldest resident of Grinnell and Mason County.
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Tokio
Japa
Mancantia
Kovropatkin
Hissin
Mukden
JE Kousepathin
Telissa Valangon
Witc- Drake
Lilo-Yanz
Gridtéll
Griswell
Georgée Hoover
Hazelwood
Impeachment Articles Formed Against Judge Charles Swayne
Washington reports formal impeachment articles against Florida judge Charles Swayne, charging high crimes and misdemeanors. The majority cites false expense claims, misuse of railroad transport, nonresidence, and other alleged abuses of official power, with a minority opposing most charges.
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Washington
Charles Swayne
Florida
Striet
Swayne
Littlefeld
Matag
Parker
New Jersey
Gillet
California
Waco
Texas
Cain I
Ulat
Tyler
Sweden
Fue
Charies
Chan Jatkeonville, Tesch & Key West Railway Company
Tranassort
Guyencourt
Del
Dacksonville
Fla
Ilink
Iso
Alleg
Charlce
Vis
Sitgeon Bela
Hlt
Davie
W. C. O'Neal
Pen&arela
Omerd
Pennsylvania Railroad Considers Increased Indebtedness At Annual Meeting
The board of directors of the Pennsylvania railroad plans to ask bondholders at the March 14 annual meeting to approve a rise in its heated indebtedness. The amount and form of the bonds were described as contingent and subject to authority. The move aims to address future financing needs as interest obligations may require.
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Paradelphia
Pan Jay
Pennsylvania ‘Railway
Immigrant father fined for nineteen children schooling case
In Chicago a German immigrant, Herman, faced Judge Prindiville for failing to send eleven or twelve of his nineteen children to public school. The court reduced the fine and ordered a census, then urged school enrollment for Katie as well. Superintendent Bodine hinted at political influence and future action.
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Takig Teinge
Pweieh
Anton
Hermannt
Nineteenth Street
Dean
Stipped
Hermaon
Harrison Street
Knlle
Prindiville
Hermann
Eigine
Bermann
Stesped
Prindivilie
Ansperes
Mombien Hermann
Ewlie
Af Fomberyard
Ihome
Prity
Gretchen
Lena
Hans
Hilda
Louisa
Wolhelmina
Justics
Ine
Feler
Carl
Justic Prindiville
Hermann Fareliy
Chicago
Bor
Debri
Bret
Katie
Nauyedin Klader
Fryit
Sula Hermann
Clark
Bodine
Roosevelt
Six Men Enter Rhodes Scholarship Contests in Iowa
Six men will contest for the Rhodes scholarship at the State University of Iowa with two representatives to be chosen from Iowa City. Carl W. Ross of Vevatur and Van der Zee of Sioux Center are noted candidates. Other entrants include candidates from Drake University, Shortridge Hardesty, and Morningside College, with examinations set in Iowa City on January 12 to 15.
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Iown City
Rhodes
Iowa
State University of Iowa
Euyrest
Carl W. Ross
Vevatur
van der Zee
Sioux Center
Hays
Collgo
Livers Arts
Induoc
Egr
Morton
Sinclair, Lm
Shortridge Hardesty
Weston
Osr Wesley
Artist rights not settled in Evansville case
In Evansville on January 12 the motion to withdraw a restraining order against Irvin Alexander, artist of the Evansville Courier, prohibiting him from sketching Gustave Brattvetter while on trial, was partially argued. The court noted it can prevent in court actions that injure the defendant, while the Brattvetter sketch remained unpublished.
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Evansville
Irvin Alexander
Gustave Brattvetéer
Atexghéer
United States
Rach
Flrautvetter
Jowan Dies in Kansas City While Traveling
James E B Van Patten aged 69, a retired crane dealer and First National Bank director of Sheldon Iowa, died in Kansas City Missouri from Bright's disease at Mercy Hospital while en route to Colorado. His wife accompanied him. he was buried at Evangeline Wisconsin.
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Kansas City
James Eb, van Patten
First National Bank
Sheldon
Iowa
Bailey Buys and Sells Show in Major Deal
Bailey completes purchase of the Sella-Fore show, acquiring all assets for 150000 dollars. Fourth owner James Bailey announces sale at Sellaville with public viewing, as dealers and exhibitors attend the showmanship event and discuss the transaction.
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Chlumbre
James
Bailey
Sellaville
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