14 Jan 1897
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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 14, 1897
Page
1
The Noble County Board won a lawsuit filed by local residents challenging actions or policies. The court ruled in favor of the board, dismissing claims and upholding its conduct and decisions.
Forecast warns of snow flurries and unsettled conditions with rain or snow in the west Friday. In Noble county court debates tax for a new schoolhouse. numerous probate and civil cases are noted, with adjudications and continuances. The Graham play draws large crowds from multiple towns. Edna Terry praised. A political code discussion outlines committee plans and timelines. A marriage in Rock Island pairs Inez Riley and Sydney Anderson. Catarrh cure scam note and medical ad follow.
In Louisa county Iowa Patrick Tobin sues Dr D W Overholt for malpractice in treating a leg fracture. The trial features the first use in an Iowa court of Roentgen ray photographs presented by Professor W L Andrews of the State University. Photographs show the leg condition and healing, with expert testimony on X ray processes.
Many men and boys take part in rabbit shooting today with high bag hopes. Yesterday Harry Shrader and his brother John set a local record by killing forty rabbits in a single day, with Harry at 30 and John at 10. J T Stevenson confirms he remains in real estate and insurance and is on the road during the dull season, with office moved to his residence. Glasgow and Lytle advertise new arrivals at 561f.
In court today the city case features Dr Tull of This City as a prominent witness. The proceedings focus on key medical testimony and the implications for the trial.
Last night excursion from Winfield drew residents from Narrow Grape and nearby villages to the New County Fair at Graham. Attendees reported first class entertainment and praised the performance, with several locals named among witnesses.
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