Balloon mystery ends as Dusseldorf lands safe near Lake Kiski sink
Reported from Toronto and St. Louis on Oct 24 that the German balloon Dusseldorf, piloted by Hans Gericke and J W Perkins, landed safely north of KiskiSink Quebec. The Americas II search continues with no new sightings and crews prep for possible further traces in Canadian forests.
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Court to rule on bank deposits guarantee laws
In Washington DC on October 24 the Supreme Court advanced cases from Oklahoma Nebraska and Kansas to speed decision on the constitutionality of their bank deposits guarantee laws. A ruling is expected before or after the Christmas holidays.
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Supreme Court of the United States
Big Fire Ruins Howell Plant Amid Political Tensions
Geneva Tl October 24 A large blaze destroyed the Howell Manufacturing Company plant causing an estimated loss of 20000 dollars. The building owner Kemas Snow, a noted political figure, is said to be linked to rumors that the fire stemmed from political animosity toward Snow.
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Figures Reveal Terrific Loss In Forest Fires
Washington reports a six billion board foot lumber burn in the national forests of Montana and northern Idaho. The loss totals 15 million dollars as fires destroyed about 1 250,000 acres across the district, marking a major forest disaster.
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Montana
Idaho
Chapman Leads Many to Repent at White City Meeting
Chicago reports the first week of a joint evangelistic effort by Chapman Alexander drew immense turnout. Three thousand filled the White City casino for a men only service as hundreds pressed toward the front to seek forgiveness and begin anew. Chapman's sermon based on Hosea sparked sobs and testimonies across the aisles.
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Blind Package Auction Yields Hidden Cash And Odd Finds
Bidders at a Wells Fargo Express sale bought unmarked boxes for 90 cents each. One package held $75 in cash, another a gold watch, and yet others contained stock food or bookkeeping supplies. A rumor of a trunk with $90 and securities proved false.
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Engineers at Odds Over Plan for Raising Maine
New York details of the Army engineers plan to raise the wreck of the Maine spark debate on cofferdams. Key issue is the seabed firmness where the ship lies, with critics arguing a soft bed would require a too deep cofferdam and fail to hold back water.
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Carroll not 10 name senator urges Republicans in election
Clarinda Iowa October 24 Evening Press Gov Carroll will not appoint a successor to the late United States senator J Oliver at the armory dedication he said the senior of ficial in filling the vacancy would serve only until the legislature could elect a successor He urged patience and warned the choice should await the next session The death of the senator raises party responsibility and the election of legislators will determine whether a Republican or Democrat will hold the seat The article notes no Democrat has served in fifty years and calls for Republicans to vote for legislative candidates as well as other party nominees Lighting engineers meet Baltimore delegates from around the world discussed street and building illumination during the gathering
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Boy dies after appendicitis operation in Tripoli Va
John Rathe, 11, the son of Henry Rathe, died at 12 15 yesterday after an morning operation for appendicitis following sudden illness Saturday. Funeral services will be held Wednesday. Charles Franklin, driving a frightened team, jumped from the rig and badly injured a leg and hip and will be laid up for several days. Irving Wenning, two, survived a fall from a hay mow with only light bruises.
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Hunter Shot Accidentally Near Shellsburg
In Cedar Rapids on October 24 Ray Pickerell of the city was accidentally shot in the left leg while hunting about three miles south of Shellsburg. Doctors fear amputation may be required. he was dressed at Shellsburg and later transported to St Luke's Hospital in Cedar Rapids for treatment.
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Evening Press
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Ray Pickerell
Young Men in Boat Open Fire in Mississippi River
Clinton Iowa October 24 Evening Press reports Carl Gerhardt aged 20 in a small Mississippi river boat was fired on by a crowd in another boat and badly injured with bird shot to the head and shoulders. blindness may result. Boone County Telephone plant consolidation moves last night with Bell taking toll plant and Mutual handling local service. investment over 200000 dollars.
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Evening Press
Mississippi River
Carl Gerhardt
Corn Bread and Milk Diet Man Locks in Local Legend
Bake City reports John Thorson of Garfield township has reportedly eaten only corn bread and milk for over thirty years after a quarrel with his wife about cooking. An alleged sour pickle incident led to a bizarre Taco that mocked a cigar sign, though details remain unclear.
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Bake City
Evening Press
John Thorson
Man Dies After Attempt To Stop Runaway Team
Cedar Rapids man Henry Ratche died after being thrown when attempting to halt a runaway wagon team on his Newhall area farm about six tonight. He sustained a head injury and died early today at St Luke's hospital.
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Land disposal blocked by injunction in Dilllon case
Marshalltown Iowa October 24 Anton Zatechka father of Frank Zatechka who killed himself Saturday morning started action to stop Mrs Rolla J Clark from obtaining the farm near Dillon given by the father to his son in payment for care of his parents An injunction was issued against Clark and County Recorder Minnie E Allen to prevent recording of the deed Frank is believed to have deeded the farm to Mrs Clark recently
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Evening Press
Anton Zatechka
Dilion
Frank Zatechka
Rolla J. Clark
Frank
Clark
Drunken quarrel ends in family fire deaths in Keokuk
In Keokuk Indiana October 24 Evening Press reports two dead in a drunken home fight at Ben Stustermass house. Mrs Stustermass and her son Frank Stuster mass died after the woman poured kerosene on them and set them afire. The husband escaped.
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Keokuk
Evening Press
Ben Stustermass
Frank Stustermass
Grief Over Death Of Local Priest At Dubuque Funeral
Ten thousand mourners viewed the late Father Fogarty in state at St Columbkill's church in Dubuque Ta as grief swept the community. The funeral is set for Tuesday at 9 o'clock with Rev Father Flattery of Garry Owen to deliver the sermon.
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Evening Press
Father Fogarty
St. Columbkill's Church
Father Flattery
Garry Owen
Justice White as Possible Nominee for Chief Justice Seat
Washington reports Justice White is suggested as a possible nominee to succeed the late Chief Justice Fuller. The president weighs White along with Justice Hughes and Senator Root. He aims to form a court free of criticism and to bolster public confidence in the tribunal.
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Scores Papers for Treatment of Bribe Cases
Springfield Oct. 24 State's Attorney Burke opened the trial of the Pemberton Clark conspiracy case arguing a formal plan to obtain money in a furniture contract. Defense counsel Flugh Graham challenged the state's questioning methods and condemned press handling of the Illinois bribery probe.
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Eastern Star grand chapter meets this week in Des Moines
Des Moines Iowa Oct 24 Evening Press reports the grand chapter of the Order of the Eastern Star convening Tuesday through Thursday with officers rehearsals in Lincoln Armory and Wednesday sessions including Welcome by Miss Snell and remarks by Mrs Emma Beckman. Memorial rites, ritual demonstrations, and a Sedgewick lecture follow before selection of the next meeting place and new officers on Thursday. Also notes Commerce delegates named for Trans Missis sippi Congress and a fatal French aviation accident at Nouai.
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Evening Press
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Sedgewick
J. T. Rose
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Bes Moines
Governor Carroll
San Antonio
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W. F. Parrott
Waterloo
Mrs Robt Stevenson Mourned In Sheil Rack Iowa
Mrs Robt Stevenson died at her home in Sheil Rack Iowa after weeks of illness. She lived here nearly fifty years and is survived by her husband and nine children including Mrs Henry Meyer and Mrs W H Jenks. Funeral in Baptist church Monday at 2 pm with burial Riverside cemetery.
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Burglar Captured in Marshalltown Ontario Case
A burglar identifying himself as Charlie Johnson from Rockford Michigan was captured by police at Gantz Implement and Automobile in Marshalltown Ontario. He arrived with a companion who fled. police search for the missing man continues. The report also notes an unknown man killed near Dubuque with head injury from a fall from a moving train.
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Evening Press
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Cevening Press
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Wabash College to Discontinue Football After Player's Death
St. Louis reporters reveal that following the death yesterday of Ralph Wilson right halfback of the Wabash Ind college team football will be discontinued by Wabash College. The telegram announcing the decision cites safety concerns and student welfare as the trigger for the drastic move.
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Ralph Wilson
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Confession links Rhodus to multiple robberies and Chicago murder
Leigh Rhodus admitted to several robberies and hinted at two murders, including a Chicago dentist case. His wife, Minnie Diebel Rhodus, said they traveled to Chicago last July and returned with a gunshot wound and claims of holding up a doctor. Police note Rhodus confessed to the Michaels murder but details remain disputed. twenty suspects were examined in Chicago with no solid evidence.
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Minnie Diebel
Belleville
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Pallen
Michaels
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Ryan
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Michagis
Former Jesup Man Weds Former Jesup Woman in Waterloo
George T. Edgington, once a Jesup stock buyer now in Waterloo, married Mrs. Ella M. Wills who has lived near Waterloo. The couple, who will reside in the city, announced the news to relatives and friends after a quiet Saturday evening ceremony.
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Jesup
Waterloo
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Edgington
Watering
Mass Woodmen Initiation Draws Thousands in Louisville
In Louisville on October 24, 7,800 men were initiated into the Woodmen of the World, with Gov. Willson of Kentucky among the inductees. About 20,000 Woodmen witnessed the ceremonies, drawing participants from Indiana, Ohio, Illinois, Missouri, West Virginia, Tennessee, and Kentucky.
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Noisy rooster jailed in Geneva tale
Fred Baker the Geneva marshal arrested a ban ana rooster and jailed it after the bird crowed under a hospital window while Harry Kent, sick with typhoid fever, lay in Geneva hospital. The action followed medical advice.
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Fred Baker
Harry Kent
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Drummer Robbed of 10000 Dollars Jewelry Samples
Chicago report details James C. Foster a Columbus Ohio salesman robbed of two sample cases containing about 18900 dollars worth of jewelry in a hotel lobby. Quincy gains, population data, and a Cairo New Jersey wild woman incident are noted in briefed items.
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