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Newspaper
Ames Intelligencer
Location
Ames, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 18, 1898
Page
3
Eight miles west of Lineville, John Elliston, his wife and two children were drowned while attempting to ford the Little River. The wagon was swept by the swift current near the center as Elliston, unable to swim, failed to rescue his family or himself despite being urged to avoid the swollen stream.
A south bound Wa bash passenger train near Moulton saw a serious affray with a shooting and stabbing. Dr. Heaton of Coatesville Missouri and Harry Curry ex sheriff of Davis County were the principals. Heaton was taken at Glenwood Junction badly cut and unconscious while Curry bore three bullet wounds in his lungs. The disturbance stemmed from an old feud.
Auditor of State McCarthy reports sworn statements from 172 savings and 209 estate banks as of June 30, 1898 show deposits increased by 13,893,564 dollars, about 30 percent, with total deposits near 45.6 million dollars at year start.
John Casiner of Chelsea was killed when Sherman Wilcox drew a revolver during a public disturbance and fired. Wilcox fled but was captured by witnesses. The incident ended in Casiner's death with Wilcox in custody.
A man alleged to have killed Frank Heard at De Witt on July 26 was captured about 24 miles from Webster City after a running gun battle along a railroad track. No injuries were reported. The prisoner refused to reveal his name. A $1,000 reward was posted for his arrest.
Milwaukee shops in Dubuque are operating ten hours daily six days a week due to a bumper crop in the northwest. The surge in grain movement demands more cars and substantial investment in rolling stock.
Henry Schultz of Valley City fatally shot his wife in Davenport and then killed himself. Domestic trouble was cited after she left him a week earlier to live with friends. The couple leaves two boys aged three and five.
The Civil Service Commission lists examination dates in Iowa this fall. October 12 in Des Moines for departmental posts, October 7 for departmental railway mail, October 8 for railway mail, October 25 27 and 28 for technical in Dubuque, October 10 for departmental Mason City, with stenographer and typewriter excluded.
The report lists diverse local items including Ringgold county reunions for old soldiers and Modern Woodmen, pensions issued by a Des Moines agent totaling 8 672 684 49 dollars for 57 915 beneficiaries, bird-killing protests in Morningside, and various accidents and events across Iowa from Boone to Dubuque and Marshalltown.
A verbose note from a prominent undertaker in a neighboring state complains that slow trains on a railroad line threaten business as corpses may not reach their destinations before the resurrection day. The missive highlights washouts and floods delaying schedules and angering travelers and shipping clients.
Calico was first manufactured in India in 1498 and has remained in constant use for over four centuries. William Ongeen & Sons claim the widest output in the country producing top grade prints with bright clear colors. Dealers and buyers favor their goods and advise ladies to seek the calico marked with the ticket reading William Simpson & Sons as the best and most durable option today and for generations to come.
A fragmentary account notes jubilation and feasting amid claims of a great victory. American sources say a Spanish power event was destroyed by a cyclone, with Tanger asking for details and Camara's squadron referenced as part of the inquiry.
A historical promotional note touts Allen's Foot-Ease powder as a cure for swollen feet corns bunions and sweating. It claims immediate soothing effect and eases tight shoes. Trial package offered by Allen at 80 Olmsted with free distribution via shoe stores.
Dr James K Hosmer in a library meeting Edward Everett Hale. Hale asks where Noah kept his bees. Hosmer replies puzzled. Hale quips in jest that the bees were in the ark hives as he exits.
Advertises Dr Hayes's remedy to control asthma and catarrhal symptoms, relieve cough, and cure underlying cause. Promises lasting cure and life relief with a free book on hay fever and asthma sent from Buffalo New York with no charge.
Dora asks to learn the harp instead of piano to save effort for when she becomes an angel, explaining her forward thinking during a piano lesson. The lighthearted remark reflects a child's whimsical view of the afterlife and music.
The fragment recalls a critic praising restraint and noting someone who thinks she can improve the Lord's handiwork. The quoted line appears to reflect a cautious stance on altering creation, cited from a Chicago Post commentary.
A collage of small items from late 19th century humor pages. Jokes about sculptors, a G A R encampment notice, travel fare to Cincinnati and Chattanooga, quips from Tit Bits and Puck, cure ads for Piso’s Cure and Laxative Bromo Quinine, and light banter about manners and society.
A visitor from a coin shop in New York halted a violent attack that threatened women and children on the sidewalk. He died sacrificing himself to save others. The piece promotes Hostetter's Stomach Bitters as a remedy for stomach liver and blood disorders, urging all the sick to try it.
The item notes a man bringing home meat for dinner described as a masculine feat. The line reflects dated gender tone as it frames domestic task as achievement. No further names or places are provided.
W C Rinearson and G P A Queen and Crescent Route Cincinnati offer free books maps and a five dollar Cincinnati to Chatanooga excursion from Sept 8 to 10. The bulletin quotes a humorous exchange about stopping and a note about past circuses. Hall's Catarrh Cure is advertised at 75 cents.
Orrick Missouri father Jo Goode declares Dr Ayer's Sarsaparilla cured his daughter's relapse after measles restoring sight. Ad touts radical cures, blood purification, and root-level health benefits with free Curebook from J C Ayer Co Lowell Mass.
Letter from a Young Wife in Chambersburg Pa praises Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound for relief from painful menstruation and nervous symptoms. She credits the remedy after nine bottles plus Liver Pills and Sanative Wash, urging other women to seek Mrs Pinkham's advice.
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