02 Apr 1891
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Newspaper
Ames Intelligencer
Location
Ames, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 02, 1891
Page
1
John Jacob Astor fourth generation heir to wealth in New York appears ordinary, though very rich, as he marries Ava Willing. They wed February 17, 1891, daughter of a prominent Philadelphia family.
Harriet Hosmer born October 6 1830 in Watertown Massachusetts grew up outdoors due to weakness. She studied anatomy skating at Louis Medical College and began art training in Boston. Her first work appeared in 1852 before she moved to Rome to study with John Gibson. Her notable works include the bronze statue of Thomas H Benton at St Louis the Sleeping Fawn the Waking Fawn and Zenobia. She resides in Rome.
Daniel E Sickles born 1822 New York City. Elected to Congress in 1856 and again in 1860. Killed Philip Barton Key in 1859. Lost a leg at Gettysburg July 2 1863. Commanded Second Military District until 1867. Minister to Denmark 1869 1873. Sheriff of New York County in 1889.
Hon. George Graham West, elected Missouri senator for the third time, was born in Johnson county Kentucky on December 6 1830. He studied at Center College and Transylvania University, moved to Missouri in 1853 and settled in Kansas City. He is a small man known for storytelling and oratory. He served as a congressman during the war and practiced law.
The Rev. Ezra H. Yocum pastor of Grace Methodist Episcopal church in Harrisburg injured himself Tuesday morning while stretching after waking. A snapped muscle behind his ear connected to the shoulder caused a loud report and he lay unconscious until a doctor treated him. Absolute rest for several days is advised before he can resume pulpit duties.
The piece reflects on a lesson from II Kings focusing on Elisha’s words and the sudden change of the Syrians after divine intervention. It contrasts fear and faith, urges believers to spread salvation, and ends with a call to act on the glad tidings rather than stay silent.
The excerpt lists prominent locals with varied addresses and roles, notes name discrepancies between title and body, and includes oblique quotes about anonymity. It mentions a Masonic apron sent from South Carolina to Jerusalem, and Dr. H. M. Wharton sailing for Palestine with a Masonry connection.
The report notes grip prevalence among Japan's upper classes and widespread impact on the poor with Yokohama sufferers over 50,000 and prefectural cases nearly double. Kobe's 130,900 population saw about 25,000 attacked, with related outbreaks in Chinese cities.
In Crawford County a teacher Miss Alice Bentley was struck by Guy McClintock while attempting to correct him as he smeared ink on another pupil. McClintock was found guilty of assault after the school board suspended him for one term and friends filed the case in court.
In a brief dialogue, Chelly is described as conceited by Maud Ethel. Chelly admits embarrassment and a rushed exit, claiming an important engagement after acknowledging her social list of last summer.
A West Virginian says he found a cave packed with gold diamonds and rubies enough to fill two freight cars. He insists on at least 5900 dollars cash down and will not bargain further.
An old piebald mule named Molfie survived a dramatic ordeal in Cincinnati after emerging from a sewer. The animal was nearly skinned and its hide bore numerous wounds yet remained alive, reflecting a remarkable escape and resilience.
A blind man playing sacred music on an accordion treks Windsor streets attracting royal attention. The queen, while driving, gave him a gratuity. He wears a placard reading Blind from inflammation Assisted by her majesty the queen.
Adrien Poncet father of France’s engine drivers is awarded the Legion of Honor by M. Carnot for long meritorious service. At 75 he began France’s first locomotive runs in 1832 from Saint Etienne to Rouen and Paris to Saint Germain. He has driven engines for forty eight years.
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