Court grants continuance in Des Moines liquor case
Supreme court allows a delay in the Jewett case after a petition by the liquor interests, sending the hearing to the September term. Drys plan to resist the continuance as the county board’s saloon petition is reviewed, with potential impact on Des Moines saloons. Albert J. Martin, pioneer resident of Des Moines and son of Civil War veteran David J. Martin, rises in Missouri politics before serving as U S marshal. he resigns in February amid charges.
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Former Webster City man in law’s toils
Webster City learned that Albert J. Martin, a former resident, was indicted by a federal grand jury in Kansas City on embezzlement of government funds. He had served as United States marshal for the western district of Missouri until February 15. He has repaid the money alleged to have been taken, but Washington is pushing the case.
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Soldiers
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Webster City
Old Tribune
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Unionville
Missouri
Taft
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Kansas City
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Washington
Eyesight Hope Promised By Free Prescription
A promotional notice touts Ontona eye remedy claiming glasses can be discarded. It advises dissolving Ontona tablets in warm water to bathe the eyes two to four times daily, promising clearer vision and reduced inflammation with regular use.
Three Persons Arrested for Enticing a Girl in Grundy Center
Grundy Center May 14 Three people are in custody following an investigation into attempts to entice 14 year old Reynolds girl to Des Moines. A. E. Williams was arrested with the girl in an abandoned tile plant and faced carrying concealed weapons with $600 bond. Roy C. Cox alias R Smith and Mrs Eth Mallard were later arrested in Reinbeck and Grundy Center for complicity. Cox carried a dagger and whisky during arrest. Williams and Mallard formerly lived in Iowa Falls.
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Grundy
Cox
H. C. Cox
St Cloud
Minn
Des Moines
Williams
Mallard
Iowa Falls
Thriving Iowa Town Weighs Rename Move in Centerville
Centerville Iowa discussions grow as Commercial club debates renaming the city to shed a generic image. Younger boosters push for a name reflecting local achievements, while older residents value sentimental ties and history. The town traces origins from Chaldea to Centerville then Center ville.
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Browing
Chaldea
Tennessee
Mason City Man Pleads Guilty in Family Mistreatment Case
Herbert W. Tracy has pleaded guilty to a family mistreatment charge involving his 16 year old daughter. The confession by the girl, detailing the crime, was given in Mason City as the term continues and a sentence will be imposed later.
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Herbert W. Tracy
Tracy
Gilmore pleads guilty in Clear Lake assault case
Neighbors report distress in Davenport home as six children rely on their mother. Clarence Gilmore, 20, pleads guilty to one assault on Mrs. Vernon at Clear Lake and faces sentencing. he faces charges for five more assaults nearby. He was arrested after an assault and fined by a local justice. C. F. Hoyt pleads not guilty to bigamy after a Chicago woman arrives following his marriage to a Mason City girl.
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Clarence Gilmore
Vernon
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Justice of the Peace
C.F. Hoyt
Chicago
Pigs Is Pigs Decision By Judge Howell
In Jowa City on May 14 Judge Howell ruled in Anderson vs Domestic Animal Fund of Jaws that a guinea pig is a domestic animal. Anderson sought 125 damages for guinea pigs killed by dogs and argued the fund should cover it. The court accepted the animal's domestic status despite the demurrer by County Attorney Hart.
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Jowa Domestic Animal Fund
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Pizarro
River boats offer tango decks on excursion steamers
Keokuk May 14 Excursion steamers on the river will cater to new dances this season. Several boats have erected special decks for tango maxixe and other latest dances with two orchestras. Passengers may choose between the deck dances and old cabin dances as dancers split between progressives and standpatters.
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Keokuk
High School Graduate Not Tardy in 12 Years
Nashua Iowa resident Lew Harrison has never missed a day or been tardy in twelve years of schooling beginning at age five and graduates this June. He also runs cars since age 14 and spent last summer repairing automobiles for a garage firm.
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Lew
Bryan Denies Role in Iowa Senatorial Fight
Secretary Bryan issued a statement denying involvement by President Wilson or himself in Iowa’s senatorial race. He praised Connolly as a personal friend and supported aiding his election if nominated, while saying the Iowa Democratic Party must decide the field without his interference. He also voiced support for Meredith as a progressive Democrat aligned with the administration.
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Mt Vernon Township Happenings and Obituaries
David Pixley died at home Sunday morning in Mt Vernon Township near his eightieth birthday. The windstorm damaged property across the township blowing down a windmill wheel and unroofing several buildings. Residents visited relatives, improved health notes, and local teachers and students were mentioned with attendance awards and upcoming township events.
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David Pixley
Tula Reinhart
Elmer Paul
Ethel Reinhart
Raymond Reinhart
Harry Paul
Ernest Faust
Marjorie Reinhart
Florence Notiger
Mission Society Meets In Fredericksburg With Guests
The Woman s Foreign Missionary society gathered in Fredericksburg on Monday with out of town guests expected. Misa Liers from India spoke Monday evening. Local notes include Carl Mikes breaking his leg, J 8 Russell recovering, and Charley Moody losing a horse. Other items cover appendicitis, a bricklaying project for M. Min Bishop s store, a rumored opera house partnership, and new home construction on Earl March and Washington street.
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India
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Charley Mikes
Russell
Charley Moody
Hugh Addams
Finch
M. M
Bishop's
Phil West
Harry Upham
Opera House
Earl March
Masons
Mr. March
Fay Tripleet
Washington Street
George Richardson
Irregular Bladder Tarnished by Weak Kidneys Ad
Advertises Foley Kidney Pills as a tonic that relieves burning pain and bladder distress when kidneys are strong. Claims relief from irregular and painful bladder symptoms without harmful drugs. Promotes Crystal Theatre featuring The Lion and the Mouse in five parts on Thursday and Friday.
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Metcalf Moves to Dewar and Barn Construction Begins
May 14 notes show EH Metcalf of Waterloo relocated to Dewar. Carpenters have started on Fred Hewitt's new barn. Four slight frosts occurred this morning but fruit damage is not expected.
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Metcalf
Waterloo
Fred Hewitt
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