Governor Carroll dedicates monument to unknown Civil War dead
Keokuk honors fallen soldiers as Governor Carroll speaks at the dedication of a sixteen foot shaft monument in the national cemetery. He praises abolition, union preservation, and the war’s broad impact, noting pensions and gratitude cannot fully express the nation’s appreciation.
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IOWA INTERURBAN CONTRACT LET CRESTON TO MACKSBURG
The contract for a new interurban railway between Creston and Macksburg is let to grade contractors of St Joseph. Machinery will be on site within ten days and work starts at three locations. Fifty mule teams will also work on construction as residents celebrate in Macksburg over securing the road.
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Iowa Faces Turkey Shortage Hit by Pests in Mount Ayr
In Mount Ayr Iowa farmers report a turkey shortage as grasshoppers devastate flocks feeding on crops. The disruption reduces market supply as pests hamper turkey production, leaving growers worried about the upcoming holiday demand and farm incomes.
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Mount Ayr
Iowa
Almost Loses Life In Thresher
A damaged fragment from a Cass county report describes a near fatal incident involving a thresher. It notes council actions, burial references, and mentions Des Moines and North Wahola, with uncertain names and dates.
Burned Woman Hurt In Explosion At Local Picnic
Mrs. Fredikiehy suffered severe burns when a two gallon cap of ket Benue exploded while she poured Jog ol to oark and bitchen fre at a farmer hold picnic. The Union Grangers of Jasper County held its annual picnic at the fair grounds with about 300 farmers present. Senator Malmnberg of Ottumwa gave the principal address. readings and music followed.
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Jasper County
Fair Grounds
Senator Malmnberg
Ottumwa
Taft Veto Override Favored By Bipartisan Vote
Washington August 16 the Senate backed a two thirds override of President Taft's veto on a tariff revision bill. Democrats and Republicans joined to approve the measure 173 to 82, arguing the bill was revenue focused and failed protective aims. Taft criticized broad industry impact and urged tariff board study before such changes.
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Rebels to cross border in bid to free Mexicans
El Paso reports about 900 rebels reinforcing the garrison at Los Palmos opposite Columbus New Mexico. They vow to invade the United States to release Mexicans detained after the shooting of Trooper Pretner. Col E Z Stever orders Troop 1D Third Cavalry to reinforce Troop A at Columbus and deter any Mexican attack on U S soil.
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General Booth Critically Ill In London Health Update
In London on August 16 General William Booth head of the Salvation Army is reported critically ill after a period of fading health. Physicians said there is little improvement in his condition.
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London
William Booth
Salvation Army
Schurman Nominated Minister to Greece by President
President nominates Jacob Gould Schurman, Cornell University president, as minister to Greece and Montenegro, sending the nomination to the Senate. The decision follows the U S appointment by the administration to represent the country in Greece and Montenegro.
Darrow Denies Bribery Charge Before Large Los Angeles Jury
Clarence Darrow faced jurors in Los Angeles on August 16 in a trial over alleged jury bribery connected to the McNamara case. The courtroom overflowed as hundreds of women fainted or were jostled in the rush to seats while Darrow pleaded his innocence and accused authorities of a cruel plot against him.
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Odell to Tell of Big Gift in Campaign Expenses
Washington Aug 15 The senate committee probing campaign expenses plans to summon former New York Governor Odell who secured a $250000 contribution from H. Harriman. Representative Lloyd of Missouri testified that 1908 contributions totaled about $27000 with expenses near that amount.
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Missouri
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Roosevelt to Tour West for Speeches
Oyster Bay August 16 Colonel Roosevelt plans a whirlwind speaking tour through the western states. A Sagamore Hill conference with Senator Dixon and George W. Perkins set the groundwork. The Colonel will devote at least a month, with invitations piling up and likely longer. He is billed for a speech in every state west of the Missouri River to the coast.
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Corsican to Liverpool at Half Speed After Stem Hole
Montreal Aug 18 The Corsican reports through Captain Cook that weather has cleared and the liner can proceed about half speed. A five foot hole is noted in the stem above the waterline with no cause for alarm. Dimensions of the hole will be sent to Liverpool for plate preparation upon arrival.
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Montreal
Que
Allan King
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Decide on One Battleship Democrats Narrow Navy
The fifth Democratic caucus in the House, about one third of voting members, voted 95 to 11 to recommend only one battleship. The result represents a minimal action toward a reduced naval program and leaves substantial work to the full House.
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Washington
Democrats
House
Mrs Astor Child Born to Widow of Astor Fortune Heir
New York August 6 Mrs Madeline Furee Astor widow of John Jacob Astor the second gave birth to a son named John Jacob Astor after his father The baby strengthens the Astor line and is expected to influence the fortune valued at millions Shakespearean Scholar Dead in Philadelphia Horace Howard Furness famed Shakespearean authority dies at his home after a lifelong career in letters and law Wytheville Outlaw Friel Allen Pleads Guilty to Murder in Hillsville case sentenced to eighteen years in prison
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New York
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Julio Jacob Astor
Jobo Jacob Astor
Astor
Philadelphia
Horace Howard Furness
Friel Allen le
Wytheville
Friel Allen
Hillsville
People's Party Ends National Convention With Platform Adopted
The fifth national convention of the People's party concluded in St Louis on Aug 16 after adopting a platform and electing officers. Samuel W Williams of Vincennes Indiana was named chairman F J Robinson of Cloverland Indiana secretary and Jo A Parker of Parma Missouri vice chairman The money platform from Omaha 1892 was reaffirmed stating the quantitative theory of money is universally conceded.
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St. Louis
People’s Party of the United
Rockhill Adviser to China May Go to New Republic
Washington reports unauthorized talks suggest W. W. Rockhill the American minister at Athens may be offered an adviser post to the new Chinese republic under President Yuan Shi Kai. No resignation imminent as discussions are preliminary and Rockhill is deemed well versed in Chinese government methods.
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Rockhill
Q Decides to Unseat Bowman After Expense Report
Washington August 1. The house elections committee recommends unseating Charles Bowman of the Eleventh Pennsylvania district based on large election expenditures. George Meleab alleges improper spending. Bowman admits 7194 dollars were spent but calls it legitimate.
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Washington
House Elections
Charles Howman
Pennsylvanuia
George R. Meleab
Air Buwindno
Howman
Turkish Court Head in Murdered
Belgrade Aug. 16 report says Ismail Zeul presiding officer of the Prisrend court martial in Kosovo was murdered there Wednesday amid Albanian revolt.
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Servia
Ismail Zeul
Prisrend
Kossovo
Turkey
Patchen II Is Defeated In Fort Erie Pace
Buffalo N Y Aug 16 Joe Patchen II once unbeaten with a 2 03 mark was beaten in the Fort Erie brake a 5000 four and twelve pacers event Wednesday Knight Onwardo defeated him in a dramatic upset and the crowd witnessed a major upset in harness racing at the Canadian track
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Joe Patchen
Ila
Buffalo
N. Y
Joe Patchen II
Fort Erie
Knight Onwardo
United States poised to seize Nicaragua and declare martial law
Washington reports Minister Weitzel with 460 blue jackets and marines in Managua plans to proclaim martial law within 48 hours and take charge of government if conditions worsen. The State Department approves full control of troops to protect foreigners and property and may use force against rebels. 800 more sailors from Denver expected within three days.
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Weitsel
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Nicaragua
State Department
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Weltzel
Denver
Hilles Pickstaft Advisers Named to Campaign Committee
Charles OD Hilles, chairman of the Republican national committee, announced the advisory committee for the campaign. Members include William Barnes Jr of New York as chairman, senators Burton of Ohio and Root of New York, governors, col Veterans and notable figures from New Jersey, Maryland, Massachusetts, Indiana, Rhode Island, Kansas, Missouri, Illinois, and Pennsylvania. The roster features led by Barnes, Wanamaker, Lippitt, and Hammond among others.
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Ury F. Lippitt
Rhode Island
David W. Mulvane
Kansas
Col
Harry §. New
Indiana
Herbert Parsons
New York
Samuel L. Powers
Massachusetts
Elihu Root
John Wanamaker
Pennsylvania
George R. Sheldon
Otto F. Stifel
Missouri
Fred W. Upham
Illinois
Becker Wealth Alleged from Bank Records in Rosenthal Case
New York August 16. Police Lieutenant Becker denies having $58,845 in banks. District Attorney Whitman released Chelsea Exchange records showing a $3,500 April deposit, lifting Becker's total to $62,345. A further $3,600 withdrawal by Becker's wife and four more banks await notice.
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Polie
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Herman Rosenthal
Whitman
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Allan liner Corsican Hits Iceberg East of Belle Isle
The Allan Line steamer Corsican bound for Liverpool from Montreal with 200 passengers struck an iceberg east of Belle Isle Straits at the mouth of the St. Lawrence River. The hit was a glancing blow, damage deemed inconsequential, and the ship continued to Liverpool under low speed.
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Halifax
Allan Nne
Liverpool
Montreal
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Newfoundland
Hearing Set In Graft Case For Detroit Aldermen
Nine Detroit aldermen accused of graft were arraigned on warrants sworn by Prosecutor Shepherd charging promising to accept a bribe. Penalty matches that for accepting a bribe. Remaining defendants to be arraigned. August 20 hearings set in police court. Eddie Schreiter, former council committee secretary, has confessed but his case was continued to August 20.
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Mich
Shepherd
Eddie Schreiter
Council Committee
Steal Eight Room House Reported In Minneapolis
Frank N. Edmunds, a prominent real estate dealer, reports an eight room house was moved off its lot in the last two months in Minneapolis. The incident occurred on or before August 16 as stated by Edmunds.
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Minneapolis
Minn
Frank N. Edmunds
Edmundsa
Noted Hymn Writer Dead William G Fischer Dies in Philadelphia
Philadelphia August 16 William Gustavus Fischer a renowned hymn writer died at his home 209 North Thirty six street after a brief illness. he was widely known in Christian communities worldwide and his passing ends a prolific career in sacred music.
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Philadelphia
William Gustavus Fischer
North Thirty-sixth Street
Cart land's serene portrait of Whittier kinship
The aged Quakeress Gertrude Whittier Cartland is praised for her serene, spiritual appearance and for reciting poems by her cousin the Quaker poet Whittier. A contrasting glimpse of her humor shows in reading some of his lighter, unpublished verses, provoking questions about suitability and audience.
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Gertrude Whittier Cartland
Whittier
Gertrude
Greenleaf
New Idea Opens Dressmaking Bid Field in New York
A New York woman announced plans to have many dresses made and altered by dressmakers, inviting bids on specific materials and alterations. She will likely choose the lowest bid, signaling a fresh, competitive shift in dressmaking and a test of bidders' ability to price work accurately.
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New York
Olympic triumph noted in Harpers Weekly report
Edward Bayard Mosely describes Stockholm Olympic games where thirteen new Olympic and nine world records were set. He highlights Arnold Jackson of Oxford winning the 1500 meters as the sole redeeming feature of England’s performance.
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America
Harpers Weekly
Edward Bayard Mosq
Stockholm
Arnold Jackson
Oxford
England
Race Cup Prize Sparks Impromptu Duel in Shop
A well-dressed man eyes silver cups on a jeweler's counter and learns they are race prizes. He challenges the jeweler to a race for one cup, and, with the cup in hand, the stranger wins while the jeweler gives chase.
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Keystone
It Is Sometimes a Good Plan to Follow Another
A terse editorial remark notes that simply imitating another’s path to faith is ineffective. The writer cautions against adopting Christianity in a piecemeal or installment fashion, implying true commitment requires more than partial or superficial adoption.
Kentucky Lady Credits Grape-Nuts For Health Recovery
A Kentucky woman recounts overcoming indigestion and nervous prostration after switching from ordinary breakfast to Grape-Nuts with cream. She notes restored strength and mental alertness, relief from heat and dizziness, and lasting health when returning to the cereal after occasional indulgence in rich foods. The testimonial cites Postum Co. and mentions The Road to Wellville.
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Battle Creek
Mich
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