Tells of Big Robbery
In the February installment of Thomas W. Lawson's Frenzied Finance in Everybody's Magazine, he attacks the Standard 611 group and the financial system. He argues banks and trusts siphon savings, creating a conspiracy that will grant ten men absolute control of the United States while the rest become legally their slaves, detailing alleged plunder and market schemes across Wall Street.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Everybody's Magazine
Thomas W. Lawson
United States
Wall Street
Thor
Gener
Fe Yrblie
John D. Rockefeller
Shenous
Ong
Syster
Lawton
Northern Pacific Radio
Connery
Kansas
Louisians
California
Montima
Maine
Biz
Chicago Bank
New York “Bank
Chicago
Cincinnati
Omaha
St. Louis
Wall’ Street
Maiden name restoration case hinges on divorce decree
Minnis B. Billér and George Zing of Minnesota file for restoration of Minnie B. Butler's maiden name. The divorce decree is cited and requests to restore to Minnie B. Butler, with claims concerning time and status in the case.
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HS Campbell
George Zing
Minnis B. Billér
Ime Tinenzo
Hag
Pidge
Pate
Minnie B. ‘Butler
Indiana Officials Demand Water Tanks for Interurban Cars
Indiana authorities press the Goshen South Bend interurban line over noncompliance with law requiring water tanks and washrooms in passenger cars. Accused firm faces charges and potential penalties up to 12000 dollars amid limited service complaints and hearings before state grand jury.
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Indiana
Indiana Railway
Goshen
South Beadine
Mada Javite
Goaner
Ald- Oenson
Poet and Author in Justice Court Disgraced by Drink
Clinton Parkhurst, once a noted lawyer and prolific writer of novels and dramas, appeared in Justice Hall charged with being drunk. He pleaded guilty, was jailed fifteen days, and his once promising career is described as collapsing under an appetite for strong drink.
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Justice Court
Clinton Parkhurst
Justice Hall
Scott County
M. ¥. Gannon
Parkhurst
Namod
Certificates Issued for Good Attendance in County Schools
County Superintendent Jacobs notes certificates of honorable mention awarded to ten pupils for good attendance across multiple districts. Recipients include Amanda Denker, Aina Zabol, Viola Denker, Raymond Wiese, and others from Sheridan, Laberty, Claire, Blue Grass, and Allen’s Grove Townships, highlighting strong student turnout this week.
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Jacobs
Cath
Sheridan Township
Eldridge
Amanda Denker
Aina Zabol
Viola Denker
Raymond Wiese
Laberty Township
Mars Hill
Cora H. Olsen
Ethel Kel
Tery
New Liberty
Ella Vogtaii
Warry Vogt
TeClaire
Florian Cowiozell
Elsie Badtram
Blue Grass
Gustie
Petersen
Arthur Bogsee
Walcott
Dorothy Behrens
Gotaol
Kollin
Josephine
Allen's Grove
Blanche King
Pritceton
Princrton
Eadith Winter
Ethel
Winter
Churchill Clarke
Workmen Petition Czar Torig over Port Arthur Casualties
Jan 20 report states 18 556 sick and wounded at Port Arthur as workers seek action from Czar Torig.
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Torig
Port Arthur
High School Team to Cedar Rapids Event Tonight
A Cedar Rapids game features a high school team traveling for an evening matchup. Players include Cedar Rapids Hedeée Cat Suapnieka forwards Willams Jen kins Robb Davenport Helbrick Kerrigan Otto Preston and Voss. The visiting squad aims for a competitive showing against the third school in the event.
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Fae High
Ieaves
Cedar Rapids
Cedar’ Rapids
Hedeée
Cat
Suapnieka
Willams
Jenkins
Robb
Davenport
Helbrick
Kerrigan
Otto
Preston
Voss
Rub Is Traded To Rock Island In Two-Player Move
Manager Hayes says the exchange strengthens the local nine as Jesse Ruby moves to Rock Island and Harry Cheek joins from the rival squad. Cheek, a catcher with prior seasons in Missouri Valley and Northern leagues, played 38 games last year and can field and pitch. Ruby, a steady infielder and occasional pitcher, has been with the team three years and earned local support. A Dubuque carnival and grand-stand fund-raiser is planned for May 6–11 with tickets sent to the Dubuque club for the event.
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Hayes
Jesse Ruby
Lighties
Inlett Garden
Harry G. Chéek
Cheek
Hook Island
Fargd
Missouri Valley
Ruby
Last Tree Yars
Big City
Helia
Gir J
Rel
Rock Island
L. C. Mathes
Dubuque Eth
Dubuque
Knights of Columbus Train to Ottumwa for Installations
The Incal council of the Huights of Columbus plans a special train to Ottumwa for the installation of a new council there. Local officers will conduct the ceremony and members who wish to attend should give their names to J. H. Gorman. The local council also plans to go to Ottumwa on Sunday January 28 for the installation of another council.
Grand jury report expected tomorrow in indictments list
A grand jury went out last Wednesday and may issue a partial report soon, with a full report following. Indictment considerations include Arnold Heathien for misappropriate handling, Tamas Conners for false pretense, Fred Westphal for larceny, Warner for larceny, Peter Bhuin for larceny, Winfield Mason for larceny, Burke for larceny by embezzlement, Herman Jasper for assault with intent to murder, and Fred Kehn for breaking and entering.
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Foutton
Arnold Heathien
Tamas Conners
Rehearsal Set For Monday Night Stunt Club Show
The Stunt Club minstrel show rehearsal is scheduled for Monday night at the regular venue on Sixth and Brady streets. Thirty five spaces remain for participants as preparations proceed. the event location and timing are confirmed.
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Brady
La Follette Supports Stephenson for Senate in Wisconsin
Masisen Wisconsin January report says Isaac Stephenson of Marinette is likely to succeed Joseph V. Quarles in the U S Senate. Gov. La Follette to decline the seat then back Stephenson, with Davidson to become governor and La Follette to be appointed senator. Legislative move signals strong La Follette influence and cooperation between factions.
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Masisen
Wis
Wisconsin
Isaac Stephenson
Limberman
Marinette
Gov
la Follette
Joseph V. Quarles
United States
Senate
Stephenson
James C. Davidson
Davison
la Folette
Washington
le Follette
Esch
Goopar
Webb
Congress
Interstate Commerce Commission
Roogzevelt
Impmiiers
Vice President Fairbanks Named Iowa Commencement Speaker
Indiana's Charles W. Fairbanks will deliver the commencement address at the University of Iowa. The invitation came via telegram from Prof. Leonys G. Weld in Washington, with Fairbanks slated to speak as vice president elect. Commencement is set for June 14.
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Charles W. Fairbanks
Indiana
United States
University of Iowa
Towa City
Leonys
G. Weld
Washington
Fairbanks
Weil Jei
Washington Te
Indiana Elatesman
Beat Up Partner in an Argument
George J. Peters was fined 75 and costs in Justice Hall's court for assaulting Jack Leonard last night on Gaines and Fourth streets. The men had borrowed tools to repair a chimney. a dispute led Peters to strike Leonard, injuring his face, teeth, and jaw. Peters could not pay and served twenty days in Scott County jail.
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George J. Peters
Costa
Justice Hall
Jack Leonard
Gaines
Fourth
Wen
Peters
Leonard
Scott County
Gratful Donation Of Footwear For City Missionary
Ned Lee expresses thanks for an anonymous benefactor sending cases of rubber boots and shoes through Mira Lam bach, wife of Dr. Fred Lambach. A LaQlatre merchant arranged the gift, kept secret. The goods are mostly children’s sizes with some men’s and women’s pairs, intended to equip the mission sewing school and ensure every child has a pair of boots in the muddy weather.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wet Lee
LaQlatre
Mira
Fred Lambach
Pipe Fire Sparks Panic Near City Hall
A man walking west on Fourth street dropped and later found a burning pipe in his overcoat pocket near the city hall. He shed the overcoat and inspected the flame, with the pocket and coat ring scorched in the incident.
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Ag Slao
S. Ring
Burns Beats Parr In Four Falls At Turner Grand
In Davenport last evening farmer Burns defeated Parr in four falls, with Parr showing a strong challenge and several new holds. The crowd of over a thousand saw Burns win the first fall in 12 3 4 minutes, Parr the second in 9 1 2, Burns the third in 8, and Burns the fourth in 7 minutes.
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Burns
Jim’ Parr
Turner Grand Juditorium
Parr
Burns-Parr
Scott County
Nelson
Davenport
Slate Fall Hurts A Buffalo Mak
John W. Porstman, a worker in the Buchmeier and Carlin coal mine at Jamestown, Jamestown, was trapped by falling slate. He had two escapes, suffering several broken ribs and a badly crushed right foot, with bruising and no internal injuries yet evident.
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Buffalo, Ja
John W. Porstman
Buchmeier & Carlin
Jamestown
One Dead From Cold In Durango Railroad Tragedy
A harsh cold spell leads to a death during a party attempting to open a railroad line from Lumberton to Rivado. One man dies from exposure while another is severely injured. The incident occurred as a relief effort attempted to aid the stranded group.
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Durango
Coloy Jau
Frogen
Lumberton
Rivado
Elvadn
King Oscar in Sweden Faces Dreaded Paralysis
Copenhagen dispatch reports King Oscar of Sweden in London is in danger of facial paralysis, according to a telegraph from Copenhagen to the Dilly Telegraph. The illness prompts concern over the royal family’s health while abroad.
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London
Copenhagen
Dilly
Oscar
Sweden
Birds of Japan Arrive for Davenport Academy
Rare birds from Japan dispatched by C. A Picke have arrived in Seattle and will reach Davenport within days. Curator Postman notes the shipment includes many Japan-specific species, mounted by an expert taxidermist, promising valuable study material for Davenport residents and a notable addition to the academy’s collection.
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Postman
Davenport Academcy. of. Sciences
Japan
Davenport Academy
C. A Picke
Seattle
Wash
Davenpany
Jeran
Oal Ficke
Orient
Javan
Davenport
Convention of Sunday Schools Ends Day of Meetings
The Scot County Sunday School association holds its tri-state convention with delegates from Bulls Winfield and Sheridan townships and Davenport residents taking part. Program includes registration, devotional by Rev Leamas, addresses on Sunday school importance, lessons on reading, discussions led by R. Lawyers, music under Mrs G, and sermons by Rev Martin of the First Christian Church.
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County Sunday School Association
Hey
Winfield
Sheriden
Davenport
Hlardoit
Delysees
Leaby
Leamas
Christ Marti
M. Calderirasd
L. W
Lewis Goi
Ing
George Pe Curtis
Petitions for respite in Richmond case
Richmond Virginia on July 19 reports counsel for ex mayor McCue of Charlottesville asked the governor for a respite. The governor has not announced a decision yet.
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Richmond
Toy
McCue
Charlottcsila
Naval Prize Court Condemns British Ship
Nagasaki on January 30 reports the naval prize court at Sacobo condemned the captured British ship Bethinginn. The decision underscores ongoing maritime enforcement amid hostilities, with details limited to the ruling and ship name.
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Naval Prize Court
Nagasaki
Jal
Naval Pelo Court
Sacobo
Damages Sought Over Broken Farm Lease Contract
Joseph Bloomer sues John Kevlin and Henry Kevlin in district court claiming a written lease dated Aug 25 1803 included barn and cow shed construction and an oral agreement to build an art house shingle the warmer kitchen and perform repairs. He alleges failure caused damage to the house furnishings and stored goods seeking $1 000 damages.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joseph Bloomer Hee
Sefty
John Kevtin
Henry Kevlin
District Court
Melrttt
Cer Rato
Chamberlin & Petersen
Plaster Seller Appears in Justice Hall Court
Frank Edwards faced Justice Hall on charges related to a failed land scheme and a claim of selling plaster to buy food. He said he was from Des Moines but believed a busier city offered more work for a plaster maker, aided by a cane as he limped. The court session focused on the penniless youth's defense and possible penalties.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank Edwards
Justice Halls Court
Mgruney
Wadaté
Edwards
God
Courkphistar
Des Moines
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Clint Parkhurst
Cedar Rapid
Rub
Harry Chee
Local Ten
Knights OF Columbus
Ottumwa
Loras Council
Sun Clubs
Minstral
Lapollette
Ned Lee
Count
Pip
Farmer Burns
King Oscar Dangerously
Birds OF
Academy
A. Bicer
Seattle, Wash
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