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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 02, 1925
Page
7
Detective Renshaw uncovers Jenks and a rogue gang plotting a heist at Campbell’s estate. After a staged night setup and a violent struggle in the closet, Renshaw binds the captive and reveals the ringleader’s true identity and scheme involving stolen money and jewelry.
Renshaw first notes an amazingly powerful presence then perceives a grotesque hairy or masked figure as he is dragged into the hall. The struggle remains silent as strong human hands grip his throat while they roll and twist on the carpet despite his efforts to break free.
Connecticut's Fort Griswold story recalls Benedict Arnold's 1781 assault on Fort Trumbull. American defenders under Col William Ledyard fought bravely against Eyre's force, inflicting British casualties before surrender and massacre. Arnold's expedition reached New London but failed to burn victory into triumph.
Washington February 2 Action on the Capper bill restricting packers control of private stockyards is anticipated this week after final testimony by the senate agriculture commission. G N Dagger for the agriculture department cited Armour and Company hog receipts at their yards matching government market purchases. J S Boyd of the National Livestock Exchange argued the practice reduces competition and keeps producers from thriving.
Omaha stockman L. Burk denies packers' yards set price levels while Lemars Bank of Lemars, Ind announces a voluntary return to explain account shortages exceeding $70,000. A 1,500 circular reward of $100 is offered for the man’s capture. Advertising guidance urged to shoppers.
Des Moines officials say the state bureau of investigation has abandoned hope that Verne J. Martin, former president of the defunct Plymouth County Savings, will be found.
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