Prison terms and extradition saga tied to Savannah harbor work
Savannah April 18 Captains Greene and Gaynor were fined 575,649 and sentenced to four years in prison after conviction on all counts involving government harbor contracts. The case traced to contractors fleeing to Canada and Quebec extradition battles before mounting U.S. efforts secured eventual custody and a British Privy Council ruling. Green and Gaynor faced related charges tied to misused funds and work at Savannah, Bunswick, and southern ports.
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Savannah
Greene
Gaynor
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Bunswick
Utes
Port Leavenworth
United States
Groyne
Quebec
Montreal
Justice Caron
Caron
Guynor
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Provinte
Privy Council of Great Britain
Dominion
Oberlin M. Carter
Garner
Canada
Georgia
Chicago
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Savas
May secure a new railway through Waterloo
Waterloo business leaders and officials welcomed railway experts led by Yeo cit ern bonding houses as they reviewed the Chicago Anamosa and Northern line through Waterloo. Howard and associates toured the city discussing route options toward Austin Minnesota with potential connections to Chicago area lines.
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Hasling
Mar Howard
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Darsaul
SB. Howard
Attrorney General CG
We Mulan
H. We Henmond
Proan Bridants Tenne
Sloward
New York
Yeo Citern
Clcago
Anamosa & Northern Railway
Anaimiasa
Austin
Mini
Tater
Minhtsuta
Ps Tagey Aid
Eady
Suenelag
Aisi
Coggan
Chicago& Northwestern
Chicago, Milwaukee & St. Paul
Ionia
Minn
Lam
Tan
Tornado Claims Six in Texas Town Damage Seen
The Associated Press reports six people were killed and multiple injured when a tornado hit a Texas district. Homes and buildings were destroyed as the storm swept through Bridges area, with a grand and shining pack structure reported down.
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Dials
Texas
Tornady
Brigks
Er Forday Sittermoon
Grand Gland Shine Bull Pack
Mitchell Hopes End To Miner Wage Controversy
Associated Press reports New York April 13 that President Mitchell seeks a prompt end to the wage controversy after mixed committee signals. Nine operators have granted the old wage scale with increases in mining pay, while miners demand protections against shutdowns as talks continue.
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Associated Press
New York
Lovelett
Mitchell
Operaciares
Dos Melpos
Apia P
Ackley Damage Case Involving Railroad Wits Court Action
The Ackley damage case centers on charges against railroad workers linked to a scheme involving property and alleged thefts. The defense and prosecution timelines stretch over weeks with subpoenas and witness testimony shaping the proceedings.
Death of former Waterloo man Wellman at Mitchell
Waterloo inquiry notes the death of former Waterigoan Wellman at Mitchell South Dakota from Bright's disease after a prolonged illness. His remains will be brought to Waterloo for burial and services to be announced. He leaves a wife a daughter and a son. The body will be kept at Woodruff undertaking. funeral plans follow in tomorrow's issue. A separate item reports a land sale of 173.28 acres in Orange township for 10448 to Henry Glouny.
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Waterigoan
Mitchell
South Dakota
Walhnan
S. 1
Wellman
Daily Courier
Waterloo
Mra Werris
Michellant
Wort
Woodrutf
Sheriff 8 in Anamosa in death sentence case
Sheriff Henry Paarett of Lopez County prepares for an execution by hanging of Louis Uusse set for the coming week. The gallows and rope are prepared and the death warrant sits in Bagse's cell as anticipation builds for a possible reprieve or commutation.
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Anmuiesa
Tlenry Paarett
Mreniuc
Louis Uusse
Todas
Sherry
Jennet Neve Wal
Bagse
Hinsse
Wallis Hoper
Caranortetlon
Runaway Girl Lila Cameron Located by Police
Miss Agnes Cameron of Reinbeck and her friend Miss Hattie Mennison were reported missing after purchasing tickets in Moline. Police described the girls to Reinbeck and Moline chiefs, then located them last evening. Cameron’s family says she will not be brought back. Cameron's father runs a harness shop. family ties and travel plans were clarified as the search concluded.
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Sweltner
Molline Peices
Miss Cameron
Turnheak
Miss Kengison
Kowler Street
Moljiu
Cameron
Jave
Reinbeck
Agnes
Sweitzer
Wealthy bachelor dies after dramatic game upset
Henry C7, a wealthy bachelor, died of heart disease last night following excitement during a college baseball game yesterday afternoon between the libs of Bt. Lowig and Pittshirs.
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Associated Pro Luids
Alo
Henry
Aselall
TaAL Court House Notes on Tama County Tax and Finance
Tama County notes reveal tax collection totals, residency disputes, and county expenditures. The report lists county finances including taxes due, overdrafts, sheriff and jail costs, and clerk commissions. It also discusses rural route expenditures and road fund allocations across townships.
Real Estate Transfers Listed in Saturday’s Daily
Henry Glenny transfers to Annie Glenny in Hudson for 4 dollars. Gustavus A Whitney to Frederic Whitney in West Waterloo for 1400 dollars. William J Strayer to Henry Glenny in Hudson for 1300 dollars. Elisha K Axtell to Carl Ro Axtell land in sea. UAN-11 valued at 2200 dollars. Josiah K Judar ta Wan BP Metrie vex lot in West Waterloo Foo.
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Henry Glenny
Annie Glenny
Hudson
Gustavus A. Whitney
Frederic Whitney
West Waterloo
William J. Strayer
Jon
Elisha K. Axtell
Carl Ro Axtell
Sea
Josiah K
Judar Ta Wan
Metrievex
Lot
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President's West visit possibilities with no definite plans
The article notes uncertainty about a presidential Western tour next year with no definite route or dates. It mentions invitations to multiple universities in Missouri Oklahoma Kansas Nebraska Michigan and other states, but no confirmed site list or schedule. The piece implies possible trips but stresses lack of definite plans.
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Washington
Toth
Middle West
Hisan
Michigan
Titois
Okelahoma
Kansas
Nebraskan
Missouri
Wye
Ayest
Spaceat
Hotel Metropole
Thendart
Clerks Plead Guilty In Local Theft Case
Four clerks accused of stealing merchandise from a shop pleaded guilty to petty larceny. Morrell led the department, and the group faced years of alleged systematic robbing. Father of one defendant arrived to discuss the case after the charges were filed.
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Veux AM
Tawa
Murrell
John Shields
Koo Bender
Nagnel
Henricourt
Ts Wau
Kossuth
Vieter
M Pellatiur
Uller
New Postal Routes in Warren County and Local Tragedies
In Warren County new postal routes are introduced bringing the total to thirty one with Lacona and NyWalk added. John G Bardiey is named postmaster at Neoha. Des Moines reports a poisoning scare from fruit linked to glass shards. several children ill. Alhne Lillings, twelve, dies after kerosene and fire tragedy. A found infant case in German Lutheran church steps spurs church and sheriff inquiries. Local anomalies include a newborn found on street steps and a baby in a residence. Further notes cover a bank reserve listing and other regional incidents.
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Ie Mat
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Toledo
Sale Creak
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Drewanrer
St Pervagers Wits
Washington
Bern
Warren County
Lacona
Nypwalk
John G. Bardiey Hasteen
Neoha
National Bank of Commerce of St. Tuntis van Uie
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iFirst
Natiouil Bra
Des Moines
Towa
Drake
Charles Peterson
Twentymaindy
Dubuque
Pioneer resident Bower passes away in Traer
John W Bower longtime Traer resident and prominent local business man died after a long illness. Born in Virginia in 1882 he moved to Tama county in 1856 and helped found local timber and boot trades. Survived by wife Nancy two children Bert and Etta and several siblings. He served as Traer fire chief and held leadership roles in Masons Rebekah and Odd Fellows. Funeral held Tuesday in Traer with burial plans announced.
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L. Lovehuud
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Tie
Raer
B. Best
Althutsyl
Tse
Vivanie
Tamx County
Tamia
City
Nancy B. Kallim
Toledo
Bert BE
Etta
Penne
Br Bower
Tracer
Traer
Rebekah Lodge
Odd Fellows Lodge
J. G. Safely Post
G. IA. T. Mc Bower
Weather reports from Sagkatchewan mark farming in progress
A Joiter from the Waterlog people now living in Regina Saskatchewan notes exceptionally pleasant weather. Farmers report operations are in progress and the period is favorable for crops and field work.
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Regina
Sagkatchewan
Canada
ProgoRs
Queer disease paralyzes horses in Waterloo and Black Hawk
A spring horse illness spreads through Waterloo and Black Hawk County farms delaying field work. Stewart, veteran surgeon, notes swelling in legs heads and jaws with loss of appetite and dull behavior. Recovery typically follows two weeks of rest and careful feeding while workers resume duties as animals regain strength.
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Black Hawk County
Stewart Barn
Jefferson Streets
A. Aln
Stewart
Will
Finda
Estranged pair reunite after prolonged separation
In a weekend update, Mrs. Scott, once deserted and widowed by her husband who vanished from Cedar Falls, learned of a reconciliation with him in Chicago. Detectives had failed to locate him. renewed hope and letters revived their bond as she prepared to join him there.
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Seall
Waterlon, Cedar Falls & Northern Railway
Ainster
Scott
Townes Bitter Attacks Roosevelt at New York Toast
Townes Bitter assails President Roosevelt at a New York toast, pledging to return to Washington to expose him. He brands the president as a danger and accuses him of dismantling democratic principles and pushing a harmful program. The speech triggers strong crowd reaction.
Graft and privilege under fire at Missouri banquet
The Missouri banquet of Democratic leaders denounces graft and special privileges in national politics. Governor Polk blasts the system urging a political revolution to dethrone graft and privilege hunters. Roosevelt praised as a vigorous leader by Senator Stone. speakers include Towne Knapp Vans Fleming and Stephens.
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Roosevelt
United States
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Misouri
Democratic
Thomas Jefferson
Charles A. Towne
New York
Hayley W. Knapp
SL Louis Republic
Audge W. M. Vans
Democratic State Committee
Fred W. Fleming
Kansas City
E.W. Stephens
The
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Columbia Herald
Buxton Skirmish Ends in Noted Victory at Dawn
April 24 reports from Gakaloasa show fierce action as Caves overcame Cinylon in a Division fence clash at Buxton. The battle highlighted Caves dominant performance and the day’s tense atmosphere with rapid scoring and slips.
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Gakaloasa
Buxton
New York Seeks Permit for Import of Gold From London
The National City bank seeks permission to bring ten million dollars worth of gold from London under a government scheme. The United Spa Lreabury department permits the import upon deposits and bonds covering the amount. The bank plans to use government gold upon securing the required collateral.
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London
Earthquake Hits Formosa as Reported Devastation Grows
An April 24 dispatch from Formosa notes a violent quake in the island’s southern part with casualties and damage heavier than the previous tremor. Reports warn of widespread destruction and mounting hardship for local residents and authorities struggle to assess the full impact.
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Credit
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Herald
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Russia
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Arsen Karageorgeviteh
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Germany
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Great Britain
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Premier de Witte
Hunger Typhus Scourge Triggers Child Mortality Appeals
A famine disease outbreak has struck with high child deaths. Appeals urge donations. supporters claim even small sums can save a child’s life, noting that one cent can preserve life and a few more can prevent further suffering.
Hope Hill Ex-Convict Shelter closes sale in Flushing
Mrs. Booth of Volunteers of America sold the Hope Hill site in Flushing, a ten and a half acre parcel once housing ex convict residents. The land fetched 25 000 dollars to a real estate dealer amid protests and widespread town opposition.
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Babington Booth
Volunteers
Amerie
Plushing
Mra Booth
Hope Hill
Priggy
Flushing
Wham
Bhuth
Hope Hall
Tooth
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