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Newspaper
Ames Intelligencer
Location
Ames, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 29, 1892
Page
2
The Intelligencer Experts report nickel deposits near Keokuk are not extensive enough for commercial value. The Fairfield Tribune notes a postal savings bill as the one thing Wanamaker has been right about, a remark seen as unexpected generosity from a democratic paper.
The chairman of the relief committee reports gifts came from every region and class, stating that the total money sent was doubtless far in excess of 150,000 dollars.
The January issue of the Literary Northwest is well received. Editors note the illustrated monthly magazine offers good literary quality and $2 annual price, and they hope the Northwest gains many readers in the local community.
The Rochester Democrat and Chronicle reports W C Whitney promoting a congress chosen committee to travel next summer and study tariff effects for a December 1895 report. Critics call the plan absurd and accuse the Democrats of failing to fulfill protectionist pledges, labeling them timid.
A strong, concerted plan is rumored to test the act's constitutionality in U S courts, then use agitation and petitions funded by a $1 tax on each Chinese national. If ignored, China may protest and cut commercial ties harming American business and missionaries abroad, an outcome deemed unjust.
The 1893 calendar pad by Pope Mfg. Co. offers 366 leaves with day by day, month and year data plus a yearly overview. It features Outdoors Health and Happiness notes, practical road making hints, and a full year calendar on a black ivory stand.
The magazine previews Mrs. Catherwood's Old Kaskaskia set in Illinois under French rule and praises Parkman's The Feudal Chiefs of Arcadia as a lucid compact study of early Arcadia. The two pieces offer romantic fiction and historical analysis for 1895 readers.
An open letter from ex Governor Thos T Cattenden of Missouri urges the March 4th transfer of power and the purging of offices by Democrats. He cites Lord Derby and William Marcy, endorses Cleveland and Ingalls, and predicts spoils to Democrats as governance shifts.
An English Boston Herald correspondent notes words in a dictionary of Isle of Wight speech that echo American provincialism. He cites terms like cute piert backed up call chip per darn fall galluses heft hunk jaw jiffy got out of gitter rare thek gumption tan spells and argues many provincialisms here align with Hampshire Dorset and Wilts speech, rooted in Anglo-Saxon origins.
Officials of the Illinois Central announce a sensible policy requiring company agents and local officers to furnish the press with facts on matters of public interest. The move aims to curb exaggerated reports by ensuring accurate information from proper company representatives to inform readers.
The piece praises a wide range of winter women’s fashion styles and historical costumes. It recommends consulting McDowell Fashion Magazines at 4 West 4th Street New York City, listing Paris Album of Fashion La Mode de Paris La Couturiere and La Mode as key sources with yearly or per copy prices and a Dressmaking Simplified premium.
Kate Field's Washington notes that President Cleveland will assemble a new, youthful cabinet drawn by trusted allies rather than veteran party figures. The piece predicts Culberson Gray and other seasoned lawmakers won’t join the next administration, as Cleveland seeks new talent to lead in a 1896 standard bearer bid.
Orange Judd editor and founder of the Orange Judd Farmer newspaper died this week. Born with a vision for agricultural journalism he built a widely read farming publication. His work shaped farming discourse and authoritatively documented agricultural progress.
In Kate Field's Washington dispatch, the mince pie and plum pudding are traced as rival Christmas symbols. The mince pie origins lie in pagan stew and later manger shaped pastries under Catholic influence. Plum pudding emerges with Protestant preference as England’s traditional Christmas dish.
Ex Secretary Blaine, death reportedly imminent in our last issue, appears to be lingering and perhaps improving slightly as time passes.
Gov Boies designates N B Hiatt of Webster City to replace Judge Stevens. The Marshall onslaught on Mr Boardman cost him the post, though he was the ablest nominee. Martin likely ranked third or fourth. Hiatt may vacate next fall, with a Republican replacement preferred over a Botes ally.
The record lists transfers in Story City Maxwell Zearing Collins Gilbert Station and surrounding areas. Names include Lars Olson A W Thorpe Judiah Ray James Beatty Francis Reed John Whitmore Howard J Liggitt Aaron Guthrie M F King Oren Lake Orrin Fuller and respective spouses with deeds ranging from $1 to $5600 and properties described by sections townships and lots.
Mrs Earnest is convalescent after illness. Children enjoy sleigh rides and frequent snow tumbles. A surprise party at Mr Cramblil’s last week. Bert Jewett’s hay-hauling mishaps. Sunday school adjourned to April 1893. Geo Thomas Christmas sermon praised. Wiltse family Christmas reunion with 27 relatives gathering at James Bell’s home.
A local businessman was seen tipping his hat to a dummy in Bigelow & Smith's doorway this morning. M. K. says such politeness to clerks is fine but wasting it on a dummy seems excessive.
The Ames newspaper year begins with warm wishes for happiness, peace, health, and prosperity in every home. The note imagines a city of contentment once people master nature and align their deeds with good intent. Also mentions a Northwestern Fence Company shipment loaded for Manchester, Delaware County, Iowa, on the track.
Geo W Carver, a young colored artist from the Ames Agricultural College, sends a notable Christmas gift collection to the Cedar Rapids exhibit under World's Fair Commissioner Jarnagin and Miss Muller. The Cedar Rapids Republican laud his flower pieces for form and color handling, with other exhibitors Miss Jessie Washburn of Muscatine Miss Oleson and Miss Budd of Des Moines also earning commendations.
A Congregational parsonage was entered by the pastor’s parishioners who brought food and a winter wardrobe for the pastor’s wife. They shared a social evening, presented a new gown and a fur robe, and the family expressed heartfelt thanks.
The article recounts the 1887 Trafalgar Square march where police clashed with 100000 protesters. It notes injuries and a liberal MP being clubbed, then contrasts with the 1892 commemorative gathering that celebrated restored public meeting rights and calls for workers on public projects.
Ames reports 1892 building progress with a long list of improvements and dwellings valued at many thousands of dollars by numerous residents and firms including CA Beverly Phil Haas and G D Loud. The notice also notes nearby housing activity outside Ames and praises Prof J L Budd for horticultural work.
In District Court Story County Iowa notice is given of an instrument alleged as the last will and testament of Charles Whittaker deceased on file in the Clerk's office. February 14 1893 at Nevada county seat is set for hearing and probate. All interested appear to show cause why the instrument should not be accepted as the will. Witness the court seal this 23rd day of December 1892.
Lists names of people with unpaid letters including Miss Julia Bailard, Mrs Marie Cook, Mr George Bekness, and others. Callers must say advertised. Also notices a December 15 percent cash discount on overcoats and items, plus subscription offers for local newspapers.
Last Thursday evening a fire scorched G. A. Underwood's stock barn on the east edge of town. Fifty tons of hay and farm gear were lost, horses and cattle escaped from the basement, windmill and tower collapsed, total damage about 3000 dollars with 1000 dollars insured. Cause unknown though suspected incendiary.
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