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Newspaper
Ames Intelligencer
Location
Ames, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 02, 1905
Page
6
Iowa farmers study rail freight and service changes that harm cattle and livestock markets. Sen Doliver seeks rates comparisons and a plan for reform while counties push tariffs, canal studies, and education funding. Resolutions cover tariff revision, rail regulation, and science schools.
Secretary George A. Wells of the Iowa Grain Dealers association releases dates for a seed corn tour to reach new listeners. The schedule runs February 13 to March 4 along Rock Island and old B. C. R. & N. lines, March 6 to 25 on Northwestern in Iowa, March 27 to April 8 on Milwaukee lines, and April 10 to 18 on Illinois Central from Dubuque to Omaha with branches noted. Prof Helden will headline talks urging use of seeds with strong vitality. Stops extended to 30 minutes from 20.
Cedar Rapids session of the State Manufacturers association discussed fire insurance abuses and proposed repealing the law that hinders mutual companies while ex Gov Larrabee urged tariff revision and free lumber and coal. A letter to Gov Cummins from a Woman's Vigilance committee pleads for help against saloons desolating homes with gambling and crime.
County census cards reach the capitol as Ida Guthrie Greene Boone and Franklin counties lead the drive for the 1905 enumeration. Assessors complain wages are too low for the workload, while the secretary cites the attorney general’s opinion that current occupants must vacate if unable to perform duties. One worker balked at a 14 day deadline to cover a township, calling it physically impossible.
Figures compiled by the state treasury show that the legislature may have to impose a special tax unless large annual appropriations are reduced. The report notes the balances in the treasury for the past year were inadequate for expected expenditures.
J W Ritchey and wife of Burlington traveled via Chicago en route home when $5000 worth of diamonds and jewelry kept under a chamois skin in their Victoria hotel bed vanished after a morning shopping excursion. The Ritcheys are prominent Burlington socialites.
A blaze in Rockwell City caused about 40000 dollars in damage with only 25000 dollars insured. The Security Bank block suffered the greatest loss as money, books, and valuables were taken from the building. Firefighters faced difficulty controlling the flames due to a weak water supply and feared the fire would spread through the business district.
Des Moines reports that after F. E. Ellingston paid 9000 dollars, acting president of Partners Mutual Company Operative Live Stock association, the suit to recover a claimed 26000 dollar defalcation is practically dropped. Haugen and Baker are not charged with the shortage. Ellingson agrees to make good the full amount.
Special correspondence notes the Iowa state register will include a complete list of state and savings banks and national banks under state control. The report lists 536 private banks, 701 state and savings banks, 275 national banks, totaling 1,512 institutions with capital of 53,631,445 dollars and deposits amounting to 253,530,000 dollars.
Rojestvensky plans to cruise in the Indian Ocean as he reasons the Japanese fleet will be elsewhere, suggesting confidence in avoiding a direct confrontation.
Carl N. Spencer, formerly assistant cashier at the Des Moines National Bank, was arrested by U S Deputy Marshal Johnson on embezzlement charges totaling $6 009. The alleged scheme spanned several years and was uncovered after his dismissal two months ago. Spencer is a well known church member in local circles.
Maquoketa reports the death of John L. Sloane cashier of the defunct Exchange bank of Maquoketa. He died at his home after a short illness and a month of nervous strain caused by financial troubles.
Frank Luick of Wahpeton North Dakota sues John A Arends of Hampton for 10000 claiming alienation of his wife's affections. Notice served and Dakota property valued at 40000 attached. Plaintiffs and spouse formerly lived near Hampton.
A waiter mishears a guest asking for Gounod’s Amber Ear. The leader corrects her to The Gondolier, then rechecks and learns the guest wants Amber Ear. The scene ends with Ave Maria filling the room as the moment passes. An Indianapolis News note mentions slow progress on safer autos.
A literary journal notes that a renowned author "writes by candlelight" as gas prices rise, with the Atlanta Constitution remarking that few can afford gas now.
Port Huron Mich Jan 30 Special. G Cleghorn a bricklayer of 119 Buttler St reports a complete permanent cure from diabetes and bladder disease after using Dodd's Kidney Pills. He says the pills helped from the first and he now feels cured and has recommended them to friends.
Cedar Rapids reports two men Joseph Livermore and J W Dickinson killed by a train as they walked on tracks near Palo. Cresco notes death of W R Mead veteran editor of the Iowa Plain Dealer at his home. Webster City says Dr Delacrosse leaves for New York becoming surgeon general of the Honduran army. Marshalltown covers affidavit by A J Weiss admitting Curtis claims in a notable case in justice court. Des Moines cites Gov Cummins briefing Hepburn bill viewed as inadequate. Iowa Falls notes Iowa Central plans Algona branch extension next summer. Ames reports plans for a central power plant at the agricultural college. Davenport notes Mrs George Albrecht hangs herself after baby’s cries wake her. Burlington mentions citywide revival services closing all stores and factories briefly. Iowa Falls observes long-married couple S W Bond and wife likely among state’s oldest spouses. Ottumwa reports 17 indictments of saloon proprietors for gambling and disorderly houses under the Mulci law.
The Southern Railway offers a through sleeper from St Louis to St Augustine with daily departures except Sundays at 10:00 a.m. Arrival in Jacksonville at 9:35 p.m. and St Augustine at 10:35 p.m. The route travels Kentucky Blue Grass, Chattanooga, Atlanta and Macon with a Lexington transfer to the Chicago and Florida Special. Optional flexible tour tickets cost 3.00 for a go South via Chattanooga and return via Savannah and Asheville with stops. Representatives listed for more details.
Washington letter to the New American notes Congressman Brownlow from a Tennessee mountain region. It highlights good roads as a theme, contrasting sparse civilization with tales of villages 50 miles apart and travelers seeking basic services.
U S Department of Agriculture notes 80 bu per acre yields for the new wheat on cod land in Wisconsin Illinois Iowa Michigan Indiana Pennsylvania New York and 40 to 60 bu on dry lands in Montana the Dakotas Colorado. It praises the wheat peltz Hanna barley Bromus Inermis and Billion Dollar Grass for fattening hogs sheep and cattle. Send 10 cents and notice to John A Salzer Seed Co La Crosse Wisconsin for a sample and catalog valued at 100 dollars to farmers.
Train schedule from St. Louis to the City of Mexico via Wabash Iron Mountain and Laredo routes offers Palace Sleeping Cars and under three days travel. Depart St. Louis 2 21 p m for Mexico City 10 50 a m the third day or 2 20 p m for 7 30 p m the third day. Mexico described as a healthful winter resort. ticket agents available.
A fragment from the Chicago Daily News references a fellow feeling and podathess with a whimsical, possibly satirical tone. The quirky phrasing suggests a lighthearted note or column snippet on social feeling. The text lacks clear events or identifiable people.
Don’t Get Footsore Get Foot-Ease. A powder that cures tired feet and eases tight shoes. Ask today for Allen’s Foot-Ease. Trial free. Address A. 8. Olmsted Le Roy New York.
A concise note reflects the idea that the majority holds political power while the minority continues to advocate and press for influence. It emphasizes persistent civic engagement and the value of dissent in a democratic system.
Sterilized ad promotes Laxative Bromo Quinine Tablets with a money back guarantee if the cure fails. E W Grove’s signature appears on each box and the price is 2 cents.
Quote from Chicago Tribune notes that a person’s character results from the sum of decisions made over time, shaping behavior and outcomes.
A marketing notice touts Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound as a remedy for fatigue and weakness in women. It asks readers how many women they know who feel perfectly well and strong, framing the product as restoring health.
A letter from Miss Kate McDonald of Woodbridge New Jersey praises Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound for uterine trouble and general weakness. The note urges other women to seek the remedy and contact Mrs Pinkham in Lynn Massachusetts for free advice.
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