Sheltons get 25 years for theft of mail
In Quincy February a federal jury found Carl Bach and Bernie Shelton guilty of a $24,000 mail robbery in Collinsville two years earlier. Each was sentenced to 25 years in Leavenworth. The Shelton brothers were tried amid a brutal Williston county gang war context. Verdict followed a four hour jury deliberation with a motion for new trial denied by Judge Fitzgerald. Witness Birger led a rival faction attack while investigators pursued a murder warrant on him.
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Lois Mitzhei
Feneral
Carl. Bach
Bernie Stettan
Collinsyie
Danny
Leavenworth
Til
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Bernie Shelton
Charles Birgey
Birger
Louis Fitghenry
Sheltons
Collinsville
Tia Hille
Franklin County
Shanghai Defenders Battled Back by Cantonese Armies
Fragmentary report cites nationalist leader refusing last week’s proposals via Owen O Malley and British envoy. Brits and English public opinion push to curb armed faction policy. Ized Soviet line says Russia remains distant from China, while a Buddhist congress denounces military intervention in China and calls global Buddhists to support Chinese freedom.
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CMT
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Woman Goes to Trial for Having Burglars' Tools
Des Moines reports Mrs. Elsie McHenry, wife of the reputed gang leader known as Tony the Won, went on trial in district court. She faces a burglary tool possession charge tied to police raids at a residence in a functional district. Conviction could yield 1 1/2 years in the penitentiary.
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IUP
Elsie McHenry
Gine
Mourt
Prtice
McHenry
Gale Johnson
Korman Porter
Rank Retell
Tony the Won
Wliegedt
Hana
Listeners Rename Iowa Group as National Radio Association
Des Moines listeners and members of the Iowa Radio Listeners’ League met last night and approved a change to form the National Radio Association. They launched a monthly organ named Fetter Badin to begin publication in September, with the opening of the Midwest state congress in view.
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Des Moines
Iowa Radio
Jeagie Meeley
National Radio Association
Fetter Badin
Stadio Cangresa Hrre
State Agent Probes Manson Fires in Des Moines Area
State fire investigators under Halrsdale in charge probe three recent blazes near a bank, a residence and a general store to determine if the incidents were arson. The sites include a shtant Ponse and a bank building as investigators assess the fires as potentially tied. Rosie James of Goshen reports her husband’s arrest on assault charges after temper flare ups.
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Ind
Rosie James
Goshen
Hia City
Neutral Zone Plans for Shanghai Neutralization Debated
U S officials consider two main plans to neutralize Shanghai as 5000 Americans face threats amid Chinese civil war. Sun Yat sen’s defense of the city and British hesitance hamper formal action. MacMurray seeks allied warlord agreement to cement a neutral, foreign-administered Shanghai with Sun's troops withdrawn to the outskirts.
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Washington, D. C
Shanghai
United States
Marshal Sun
Pha
Mister MacMurray
Peking
Sunsayy
Chang Tso-Lin
MacMurray
Whiel
Aatier Ilans
Orient
Jessen
Receivership Suit Dismissed Hawkeye Receiver Named
The Hawkeye company case ends as a federal court in Delaware declares the company bankrupt. Ralph B H Aer named temporary receiver, with fees set, as Iowa state suit dismissed and revival of proceedings omitted.
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Ralph BH
Hawkeye Conpany
Browne
State of Iowa Agalizgt
Federil
Delaechie
Unlaware Ouuet
Interstate Thief to Visit Iowa Prison
Interstate thief to visit Iowa prison after four days' detention, pretrial, following larceny charges. The suspect, identified as Mickey, was held on automobile theft accusations related to the San Quentin, Cab Penitentiary. Herman Zerget, central shy Jute, is not fully clear in the report.
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Moines
Mole
Cp-O
Vraryi
Ain
Herman
Plane Service to Connect Islands Hanalula
Planes will run between the four main islands to link communities and boost travel. The service, reportedly supported by local officials, aims to cut travel times and improve access across the archipelago. Officials praised the initiative as a milestone for regional connectivity and economic activity.
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Hanalula
Ughert
Dianes Eaery
Tita
Brp
Thia Utump
Congress Today Bre Senate and Judiciary Subcommittees Probe
Congress today features Senate and Judiciary subcommittees advancing investigations into abortion and related affairs. Tennessee and Minnesota figures are noted, with focus on midlevel agencies and veterans affairs committee actions signaling ongoing oversight.
The Man Who Refused to Enter Heaven Sermon
A fragment from Rev J Paul Vincent’s closing sermon depicts a man outside heaven who professed religion yet refused entry. The speaker condemns hypocrites who seek church respectability while hiding a deceitful heart, urging true faith over pomp.
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J. Paul Vincent
Ian Gaudlonne
Uiere
Vincent
Jan Allen
le Poare
Ma Wheerd
Life sentence for attack on girl in case heard
Jury delivered a life sentence after a violent attack on a girl, with prosecutors arguing for extensive penalties. The court heard testimony from witnesses and details of the defendant's prior conduct. The judge emphasized sentencing guidelines and the impact on the victim and community.
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Gels
Mayor Convicted in Grime Conspiracy Case
New York ed 3 reports mayor Henry Wissel of Edgewater and police chief among 14 found guilty by a federal court jury of conspiracy to land smuggled liquor aboard the steamship Weir. Another 33 were indicted. many face sentences up to five years and fines up to 16 thousand dollars.
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New Jersey
Oflay
Henry Wissel Edgewater
Bist Hight
Feaural Court
Wissel
Atlanta
Stiller Arrested After Hijackers Steal His Booze
Yesterday seven hijackers seized a truck carrying a 40 gallon still owned by Titra. Farmers reported hijackers threatened them and tied a truck to a Klein Plain farm. The hijackers allegedly confessed the still was theirs and that Satin Avenue was their organizer.
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Astanea
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Avenem
former Oregon governor visits Chicago to discuss crime
An ex-Oregon governor arrives in Chicago as a guest of a university figure to address crime talks. The schedule includes appearances at a Downers Grove event and a visit to a local university, with participation from regional officials and attendees expected.
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Crean
Chien
Dean Joke
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Cormeen
O. Darwen
Aineis
Thaves Lorry University Vaae Leon
Vieene
Catoreenvendor Conor
Aitlvnealey
Hearteneestar
Industrial Leaders to Meet in March
Industrial leaders from major sectors will convene in March at a statewide meeting. The event, hosted by university engineers and industry associations, will cover power resources, energy development, and regional infrastructure topics. Leading figures from engineering, manufacturing, and policy circles are expected to attend.
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Ansounese
Willams
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Dewit
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Eel
HAC Red
Bridegroom of 90 Wins Divorce From 81-Year-Old Bride
Princeton Ul Feb 1 George IL Perry aged 90 of La Moilie obtained a divorce from his 81-year-old wife on grounds of desertion. They married Dec 48 1923 and she deserted him July 13 1024. Perry is described as wealthy. They had a seven month honeymoon and property rights were settled before the hearing.
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George IL Perry
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Perry
Woman burned by kerosene stove suffers diphtheria illness
Independent, Jamaica February 3 report details Lyn Webb seven miles north of Rowley burned when kerosene spilled on a kitchen stove. She extinguished flames but sustained severe burns and later diagnosed with diphtheria, now recovering.
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Lyn Webb
Rowley
Fair Weekend Weather Forecast for Des Moines Area
Des Moines area weather forecast predicts mostly fair skies this weekend with cloudy periods. Reports show varying precipitation in Albia and Davenport yesterday with 0 to 1.92 inches. temperatures expected to stay moderate as high pressure moves in.
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Alate Weather Bureau
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No Poison Report Made in Elrod Case
Marshallown, fa reported no poison analysis determined in the Elrod case. County Attorney Roy J. Pell announced the autopsy results from the State University of Town. The examination found no evidence of poison in the viscera, and the cause of death remains undetermined.
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Lirod
Bridge Contractors Target State Highway Board Probe
Des Moines February 5 The Iowa state highway commission asked the legislature to investigate bridge contractors accused of criticizing commission methods in secondary road bridge work. The drive seeks full information as protestors allegedly lobby budget officials and influence county officials. A hearing with budget director and county supervisors sought to resolve disputes, with some agreement reached except over steel piling use.
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James W. Holden
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Prince of Wales to sail for Canada in August
London reports the Prince of Wales will sail for Canada around August 2 barring unforeseen events. The rumor of King George and Queen Mary visiting Canada for the diamond jubilee celebration was denied.
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Prince of Wales
Canada
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Queen Mary
Peoria Faces Flood Risk as River Rises Rapidly
Peoria is threatened by high flood danger as the Illinois River climbs rapidly. Ice 18 inches thick remains in the upper lake, the river rising 14 feet in 24 hours, with levels at 17.6 at 11 a.m. and 17.7 by 1 p.m. Precautions are underway to limit damage when floodwaters arrive.
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Postal receipts rise in January in AO cities
Washington report shows postal receipts in AO cities totaling 30,394,024.39 dollars in January, up from 19,196,444.61 dollars in January 2026. Atlanta led gains with an increase, followed by Fort Worth and New Haven with 11.47 percent and 16.62 percent rises respectively.
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Conn
Cigaret Stu Helped Swing War Sentiment in Alsace Lorraine
New York reports that a cigarette stub influenced Allied sentiment among former German subjects in Alsace Lorraine during the world wars. Lieut Col Bernard Flood, chief of the A F secret service, cites a murder triggering assaults and robberies as the anger rose among lukewarm Alsatians. A French cigarette stub and an American cigar were found. 19,000 troops searched for the smoking culprit, the man arrested appeasing the Alsatian.
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Feb. S
Alsace Lorraine
Bernard Flood
A. F
Secret Service
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Gece
Death notice of W. N. Askew in hospital in Tamp ton
City authorities seek county aid to handle and bury W. N. Askew 72 without funds after death in a Tamp ton hospital. He had lived in Waterloo 18 months, with a son in precarious condition, and recently became ill. Hampton relatives are involved as officials review circumstances under County Auditor Frank Esher.
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Tampton
Frank Esher
Rinck Mwawk
Buttal
Askew
Waterloo
Hampton
T. Bentley
Board of Supervisors
Pleads Not Guilty to Attacking Two Highway Officers
Guinton Talweb, McInsight, and James Cellen face charges tied to an assault on County Traffic Officer George Howland and Ferdinand Alexander in 1925. Cellen had just left the Oklahoma penitentiary after a confession implicating others. investigators seek McKnight and Elgins, with Evans already serving a bank robbery sentence. Cellen escaped custody after confession, not recaptured. Bond set at $10,000. hearing scheduled for March term.
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Oklahoma Penitentary
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France debates tax deductions and Verdun debt tale
Paris reports the finance minister defends meal deductions for workers during work hours. Verdun faces an old Napoleonic debt claim that could lift per capita totals to about a hundred million francs. France also debates cheese rights and celebrates fencing stars led by Lucien Gaudin.
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District Court hears modification plea in White divorce case
In district court Allee White of McGregor filed to modify a decree securing support for a child born in November 1925 with Harold White now in Chicago as father. She claims the child’s needs after the decree remain and seeks continued funds despite her own ill mother. Lydia Weaver sues Rex V Weaver for divorce on cruelty grounds. They wed at Sioux Falls on June 2 1920 and separated July 28 1926.
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Atvores
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Oohlan
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Marriage Licenses and Forester Social Notice
Marriage licenses listed for Gerald Gordon and Leata Sanborn both of Waterloo Kathryn Shepard and Leo Misbach of Cedar Rapids Anna Story of Cedar Rapids all residents of Waterloo. Forester Sociable at St Marys court 1204 Catholic Order of Foresters to host a social gathering in St Marys hall Monday evening with members invited. meet at Washburn schoolhouse Ta Feb. details partially legible.
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Gerald Gordon
Waterloo
Leata Sanborn
Kor Pierson
Kathryn Shepard
Leo L. Misbach
Cedar Rapids
Anna R. Story
Forester Sociable
St. Mary's Court
Catholic Order of Foresters
St. Mary’s Hall
Washburn
Wash
Eccentric Golf Tales From Britain and Fashion Notes
London reports on a quirky cross country golf match in Thanet with Bou MacNamiera and C.G.M. Benjamin defeating Norman Dole and Re Wilson by 48 strokes. The piece recounts a 20 mile Wales golf wager in 1920 and trends in jewelry rentals and court fashion, noting women’s polo bans, a famed best man request, and London caterers offering long term meal contracts.
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Thanet
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Dore
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Wales
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Raymond Thomas
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Five Killed When Police Fire on Jews in Poland
Five people died and eight were seriously wounded when police fired on an open meeting of Jewish revolutionaries in Ronsow Poland on a February day. Authorities had prohibited the event, but organizers disregarded warnings and persisted. A second item reports two Catholic priests held captive by Chinese after an invasion on January 20. The priests are Fathers MacDonald and Patrick O’Connell. In Centar Mails a farmer Ola Johnsden near I v Un ville is injured after a collision.
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