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Newspaper
Ames Intelligencer
Location
Ames, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 31, 1891
Page
2
The publication wishes readers a happy new year while reflecting on trials and disappointments of 1891. It cites Lowell and Gladstone, notes Hull on committees, and Des Moines hosting four conventions this week, urging hopeful resolutions and steadfast effort.
Isaac Sawtelle killed his brother and died of apoplexy the day after Christmas, ending the case as a fatal conclusion to the murder.
The appointment of congressman Hayes to the chairmanship of the committee on education amuses the state press.
After Speaker Crisp reshaped house committees, Iowa Democrats sit outside major posts as no party member earned a prominent committee berth. Critics argue the reshuffle sidelines the minority in shaping policy and assignments.
Secretary Tracy promises use of the ship Constellation now in Annapolis harbor to transport donated bread from this country to Russia. The vessel previously carried food to Ireland during its famine.
The Leader arrives Tuesday morning in a complete new attire presenting a creditable appearance. It could improve further by ending its ancient quarrel with the Register.
Gov Boies appointed group to collect and send aid to Russia met in Des Moines and elected H C Wheeler president B F Tillinghast secretary and State Treasurer Benson treasurer. Secretary to draft an address to residents and reach railroad and express firms for free transportation.
The January issue offers two new serials in St Nicholas Two Girls and a Boy by Robert Howe Fletcher and When I was your Age by Laura E Richards. Harper's Magazine promises excellence with Margaret Deland fiction A Fourth Class Appointment and contributions from Wm Me Lennon Howell Jolian Ralph Hawthorne studies and personal recollections begin.
Washington special reports Commander Palmer of the G A R says he receives insulting letters over a Confederate flag order. He condemns carrying the rebel flag in mixed processions and urges loyalty lessons for the rising generation. He notes some letters are bloodthirsty while others are moderate.
Des Moines notes Mr. H. R. Persinger is expected to resume editing the Mail and Times, recalling his society reporting in Des Moines and his stint in Washington as a State Register special correspondent. State Veterinary Surgeon Stalker addresses inoculation of hogs in Illinois as cholera prevention, warning farmers against overindulgence that could trigger an epidemic. The piece references a lengthy essay on a cattle disease that affected state stock in the past.
State notes record of Iowa history and local incidents including a mock ghost scare explained as a prank a new mental health institute planned for Des Moines a courthouse under construction in Wright County and several deaths and crimes across the state.
News notes report cattle disease likened to rabies, a Des Moines land sale at 15 000 dollars, and an aldermanic plan to limit heavy wagon loads on paved streets. Other items include a granite stone delivery damaging pavement, a coal load leaving deep tire tracks, church fundraising, mail service records, a wicker basket factory, and upcoming Iowa Public Health Association meeting. Also covered are a high profile military appointment bid, political disputes in Cedar Rapids, a fatal shootout at a mining coal mine, major fire damages in Ottumwa, court sentences, a landslide rescue of a passenger train, and ongoing rail disruptions.
Arlo Bates writes The Sorrow of Rehab a tragic Oriental legend poem to appear in the next Harper's Magazine with illustrations by J R Weguelin.
Transfers list to Mary E Smith Hattie Rich to A O Hall Anna Leonard to Henry Armstrong Albert Jones to Chas McQuist ten J A Fitchpatrick to Central Presbyterian Church Curtis A Wood Wm Lockridge to John W Bryant John Q Adams to John W Bryant Melissa L Lyman to B Bisbee all recorded for Nevada Blair’s Ames district with sums ranging from 50 to 2000 dollars.
The article outlines Harper's Magazine January pieces by Walter Drysdale Julian Ralph and Walter Besant. It notes Burr Conspiracy and Trial narrative with Oliver Lay portrait, Chicago Exposition analysis, London of Charles II study, Great Fire and Great Plague recounting, and illustrations by Harry Fenn and others.
The January Wide Awake offers a range of features from Sallie Joy White on the Leland Stanford Jr. University memorial to boyhood school life tales by Molly Elliott Seawell and Miss Adams. It includes serials, Arabian fiction, sketches on Seneca life, a church tale, and poems by Celia Thaxter and Clara Doty Bates. Published by D. Lothrop Co. at 20 cents per issue.
Real estate broker advertises lands and farms for sale and rent, with numerous town lots in Nevada. Offers loans at low rates on real estate security and invites buyers and sellers to contact for deals on any property type.
Local notes mention Castoria for babies and children in an affectionate ad line. Births report a daughter born to Mr and Mrs Ed Gilbert on December 24. Various residents celebrate holidays with visits, travel, church events, school break, and upcoming Rev Douglass meetings.
At the Medical Building meeting chaired by President Schaeffer, Professor John C. Shrader was elected Dean of the Faculty and continues his service as President of the State Board of Medical Examiners. Shrader, a founder of the Medical Department, holds notable roles in health boards and education.
Advertises Dr King s New Discovery for consumption coughs and colds with money back guarantee. Claims la grippe sufferers recover and offers trial bottles at L M Bosworth s Drug Store with large sizes priced 50 cents and 1 00.
Archibald Forbes, the war correspondent, keeps on hand passports for every country and stays ready to depart at the editor-in-chief's command.
The piece urges American women to study Fashion Journals from A Mc Dowell & Co to refine dress taste. It praises La Mode de Paris Album des Modes and La Mode as practical French styles, with prices and availability from newsdealers or direct mail. A Sunday Protestant Episcopal Divine Service at eleven includes Holy Communion and Baptism, inviting all.
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