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Newspaper
Upper Des Moines Republican
Location
Algona, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 07, 1908
Page
8
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Stanhope resident and former Wells farmhand Sanmet Bute wins a nearly million-dollar claim against the Wells estate in Grundy County. Judge Ransien of Independence sustains the forty-year-old agreement, linking Bute’s compensation for managing Wells property to a stipulated yearly payment. Bute, now in his sixties, had kept his claim quiet until Wells’s death revealed the dispute.
George Neal admitted taking part in the Slater post office robbery before Commissioner McArthur. He gave a false name and did not reveal his partner, who remains at large. Neal, believed from Wisconsin, has bond set at $2000. Deputy Bidwell seeks the second robber, last seen in Madrid heading toward Omaha, with federal agents following.
Sioux City Gas and Electric Company petitions the city clerk to repeal the purchase clause in section seven of the franchise ordinance arguing it hurts bond markets. A special election is sought for November 19 to decide removing that provision which allows the city to buy company property after ten to twenty five years.
The Dubuque Board approves a resolution to issue 1915 bonds to fund a courthouse project. It plans a four percent plan to retire about 125 thousand dollars in outstanding bonds and to raise roughly twenty thousand dollars per year to cover interest and costs. The measure aims to accelerate construction while preserving interest payments.
Miller Brooks son of J W Brooks vice president of the State bank opened the upper vault door. An explosion followed destroying the vault and injuring Brooks who was knocked senseless and taken to a hospital. A gas jet outside ignited the blaze after a passet left open allowed gas to fill the vault.
Mrs Amartha Hatchell of Fort Dodge mailed a 10000 check to Grinnell College for its endowment drive. The donation is noted as a gift from a longtime supporter and Congregational church member.
On October 1 after 10 PM Dubuque entered dry law provisions. The county and city began enforcing the mulatto law with licenses renewing or closing. About thirty saloons shut down as buildings were prepared to comply and the city moved to meet the new restrictions.
Attorney General Byers appeared in district court on October 3 to argue the demurrer filed by County Attorney Kuhlemeier in the case to remove him from office. The suit, brought by the Burlington Civic Federation and Rev. C. K. Lennat, contends the mulor law enforcement duty rests with the county attorney. Byers argued the law requires tax collection and enforcement alike and vowed state action against saloon keepers not yet under the muler law. Judge Smyth presided and took the matter under advisement.
The Waverly city council seeks up to 80 000 in bonds to build new electric light and water plants after last week’s fires. A special election is required, needing 1000 signatures from qualified voters. 600 signed on the first day. The city owns the utilities.
Sioux City police have filed with the police committee and city council a request for an eight hour day. A committee led by Chief John Dineen met with Mayor Seare and Aldermen Haplon and Kirby to discuss the plan. The board of police and fire commissioners has control over the issue. Patrolmen are willing to extend their beats to gain the reform, currently on a twelve hour schedule.
Shriners attended the charter presentation for the youngest temple in the United States at New Temple Sioux City. Edmund I Alderman Imperial Potentate of the order led the formal presentation with Shriners gathering from across the state and from South Dakota and Nebraska.
C B Albrook of Hardin county was nominated for district judge to succeed Judge W D Hyane who resigned to join the supreme bench. The Republican convention here on Sept 10th elected Albrook on the twelfth ballot after a stubborn three way fight with Boeve of Hempstead and Peterson of Wright. Final vote was Albrook 80, Boeve 18. The nomination was later made official.
Washington dispatch reports President Roosevelt releasing a letter from W L Sturdevant of St Louis accusing Gov Haskell of misleading statements about Creek Indian lands. The letter contends that Haskell's Sept 30 claim of no delays is false, detailing prior 1907 filings and urging merits hearings. Also covered are Bryan criticizing the president, a Texas inventor claiming boll weevil destruction, and a Manila court martial proceeding for Lieut Evans.
Manila dispatch notes new cholera concerns with unconventional gases affecting public health. Officials warn disease spread risks and urge monitoring, vaccination, and sanitation measures amid urban outbreaks and shifting medical theories.
A blaze destroyed Cresthall and the Ocean View House early Saturday with losses over 160000. Mrs A C Dumont of Cincinnati, a Cresthall guest, is reported missing. About 100 guests were evacuated from the two hotels and three summer cottages. Fire began in Cresthall kitchen at midnight as a northeast wind drove flames. aid from nearby towns helped save part of the Ocean View.
At the Republican state convention Congressman A P Gardner was chosen as chairman and praised President Roosevelt while urging tariff revision within current protection lines. The platform supports a protective tariff with changes reflecting new conditions for American capital and labor. Eben Draper and Laula R Frothingham were nominated for governor and lieutenant governor, with other statewide officers named by acclamation.
Manila cholera cases rise as Rear Admiral Sperry orders no landing and strict vessel quarantine. Officers may briefly shore visit under tight limits. fleet safety overrides hoped-for exchange. Regional news from San Francisco and New York reports in brief form.
The Advertisement extols Dr. Pierce Favorite Prescription as a safe non secret remedy aiding expectant mothers and women's weaknesses. It emphasizes known composition, alcohol free ingredients, and endorsements from medical writers. Free endorsements list and Pellets claim to ease constipation.
Co R Kluger jeweler at 1060 Virginia Ave Indianspells Ind reports severe kidney trouble left him unable to walk far. After four bottles of Foley's Kidney Remedy, his complexion improved his backache and irregularities vanished allowing him to return to daily business. He endorses the remedy after doctors and other remedies failed.
Mrs Ada L Croom of Vaughn Iowa recounts a severe cough and rising consumption. She credits Dr King's New Discovery with a complete cure after using three bottles. Trial bottle offered free at Miller's Drug Store, 61 Scand.
An advertisement touts Kodol as a digestive aid that combines natural juices to digest all foods. It claims the product can restore stomach health, unlike the stomach which may be out of order, and urges purchases from dealers with a guarantee.
A female spectator repeatedly interrupted a political speaker by coughing. The disruption led to the woman being expelled from the venue while officials considered substitutes and safety measures for future events.
An ad style notice promotes Kanpady’s Laxative Cough Syrup claiming it cures irritation of the throat and stops coughing by laxative action that clears the cold from the system. It warns that you cannot cite relief while constipated and notes Kenna dly’s Laxative Cough Syrup as a product for sale.
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