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Newspaper
Ames Intelligencer
Location
Ames, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Apr 05, 1906
Page
7
A brief exchange from the Houston Post notes a stenographer asking about a new typewriter and receiving a reply that a bright nickel plated model was obtained.
A brief note in the New York Sun asks who can serve as a reference for Nemesis Mistress Whom, mentioning a prior six month authorship and self-composed wording. The item reads as a light, terse exchange about credential references.
The United Mine Workers Convention authorized signing a 1903 scale with operators who pay the rate for two years advancing wages across Illinois Indiana Ohio and western Pennsylvania. A nationwide strike remains possible as joint conventions may sign with outlying districts. President Roosevelt’s arbitration offer was declined.
The Des Moines IIa legislature passed the anti-pass bill 76 to 17 with an amendment extending the ban to all federal officers and adding a publication clause. The bill forbids passes for state county and city officials delegates to conventions and political committee employees totaling broader restrictions.
Mrs Roosevelt and her party depart Washington for Fernandina aboard the Florida limited to take the Mayflower for a ten day cruise in West Indian waters. Accompanied by her children Ethel Archie and Quentin the children's governess and Mrs Roosevelt's maid.
Thomas B. Barrett longtime Cook County sheriff died at his home 2653 North Paulina Street after months of throat cancer. The county board will name ex Sheriff James Pease to serve the remainder of his term.
Municipal ownership failed in Waterloo Webster City and Council Bluffs as voters rejected water works and gas plant purchases. Mayors Macrae Rector Matte r n Sears and Caster won or lost as noted. Fort Dodge aldermen split evenly between Democrats and Republicans.
Terrific rains caused Iowa rivers to overflow. Linn creek flooded the Iowa Central car shops and sidewalks, with water covering streets. Near Mason City a Chicago Great Western train bridge collapsed, tossing the locomotive down an embankment. Brothers Earl and Cecil Larson of New Hartford drowned after being thrown from a buggy by a runaway horse into a swollen creek.
Howard Avery, an eight year old farmer, was found dead in a hog yard two hours after going to feed the hogs. The body showed severe mutilation as hogs tore and trampled it. Authorities suppose he succumbed and was killed by the animals.
Mrs. Mary Faber of Riverside escaped from Johnson County Home and barricaded herself in a rural school building for two hours. She wielded a club and threaten to kill the trespassers including pursuing dogs before being overpowered and reimprisoned.
A blaze destroyed the J. E. Scase Dry Goods store and heavily damaged the W. J. Donelon Dry Goods store and the First National Bank in Ottumwa. Loss estimates range from 75000 to 100000 dollars.
Reports span several towns with notable items including Hubbard foot amputation in switch yards, Mount Ayr matron Mrs Dunning’s death near 91, Jefferson City banker Casey sentenced to prison, Cedar River flood damages across Waterloo and nearby cities, Anamosa convict Pizer life term for assault, Sioux City mayoral plurality for Sears, Swaledale’s aging mayor Quackenboss, Ames forestry experiments by USDA and ISU, Pella farmer Van Gorp killed at buzz saw, Boone Seventh Day Adventists convention dates, Onawa forgery arrest of blacksmith R Nelson, Lisbon United Brethren conference, Shenandoah senatorial candidate Frink.
E E Scott meat dealer and Ethan Allen Post past commander reports severe typhoid with weak kidneys and painful urination. After a month on Dean's Kidney Pills he regained strength and 230 pounds. Sold by all dealers 50 cents a box Foster Milburn Co Buffalo NY.
A fragment notes casual banter about a clock that strikes correctly yet is mocked for seeming amiss. The dialogue references a “Gay boy” remark and a desire to set the clock to eleven, reflecting a dated tone in a Detroit Free publication.
A 1905 testimonial from Mrs Emma White of Camden New Jersey describes severe eczema covering face and body. After three doctors failed, Cuticura reportedly cleared her skin and she urges others to try the remedy.
Promises comfortable travel with colored porters in uniform and clean cars. Features include Pullman sleepers, dining service with individual club meals, and a la carte options at moderate cost. Trains depart from La Salle Street Station Chicago. For tickets and reservations contact J. B. Calahan General Agent 111 Adams St Chicago IL.
A Witty Puck remark notes that those who pursue frauds gain the eye and support of competing frauds, who often form a sizable and false section of the public.
It Cures While You Walk Allen's Foot-Ease is a remedy for hot sweaty callous and swollen feet sold by all druggists. Price 25c and trial free. Address Allen 8 Olmsted Le Roy New York.
A wry note suggests a marriage of convenience may yield more than affection as a man who marries for money could end up with a gold brick as a symbol of wealth acquired through union.
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