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Newspaper
Ames Intelligencer
Location
Ames, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 18, 1909
Page
2
A devastating blaze at the Teatro Flores in Acapulco Guerrero Mexico kills 300 spectators including several Americans. A film fire ignites bunting and rapid flames trap crowds at three exits while fire crews limit damage to nearby properties.
President elect Taft weighs Chicago businessmen for the treasury post with a March 1 announcement possible. Frank H. Hitchcock confirms no New Orleans bids, while Fred Upham says Taft discussed MacVeagh as a strong candidate and favors a western pick.
The House passed the Knox bill 173 to 117 removing the bap to Senator Knox for the office of secretary of state. A prior vote 179 to 123 failed to meet a two thirds requirement under a suspension of rules. Debate cited constitutional concerns and calls it constitutional jugglery.
The house delays on a thirteenth census bill after a veto. The dispute centers on appointing census workers without examinations, an issue the president opposes. If vetoes are overridden, the president could reassign the entire census staff by executive order. Postponement until after March 4 is considered, reflecting Taft and Roosevelt civil service concerns.
Col on William F. Tucker paymaster of the department of the lakes and husband of Mrs Mary Logan Tucker appeared before the army retiring board in Chicago. General Grant announced the sessions would be secret and Mrs Tucker and Mrs Logan hope to prevent a pension. If illness is not service related he would receive one year’s pay. otherwise three quarters pay. He currently earns $5 000 annually.
An eighteen hour Pennsylvania Railroad flyer from Chicago to New York derailed after a landslide near Newton Hamilton Pennsylvania. One injuries reported H H Mingus of Jersey City a baggageman. No other passengers hurt. train delayed two hours, 45 mph, fog reduced visibility. Passengers moved to the Manhattan Limited to continue east.
A four masted schooner Sarah W Lawrence bound from Newport News to Boston with coal was driven aground on Hen and Chickens shoals off Cape Henlopen by a sixty mile an hour gale. The nine crew members and the captain’s wife were rescued at the last moment by Cape Henlopen life savers after a thrilling ordeal.
Two thousand delegates gathered in Indianapolis to discuss tariff policy over a three day session. The convention, called by the National Association of Manufacturers and other commercial bodies, aims to appoint a tariff commission to establish factual bases for rate fixing by Congress. Distinguished speakers will address the gathering.
Police seek identity of motorists believed to have run down and killed Mrs. Edwin Stanton Mc Cook sixty nine year old Chicago widow of General Edwin S. McCook. She was returning from Lincoln memorial services in New York City.
President Roosevelt attended the centennial Lincoln Farm ceremony near Hodgeville Kentucky. He spoke on Lincoln's blend of resolute spirit and cool judgment. Notable attendees included Governor Folk General James Grant Wilson and Confederate veterans from both sides. Visitors lined up for Lincoln Spring as a granite cornerstone was placed to hold pivotal documents about Lincoln's life.
Springfield Alabama February 13 Historic Abraham Lincoln's home drew notable visitors from across the Union for a brilliant DAR reception. Mrs Donald Mc Lean president of the national organization attended among other prominent figures.
Joseph F. Kohout, senior alderman of the Thirty Fourth ward and ally of Mayor Dunne on traction policy, killed himself at his residence 787 Douglas Boulevard. Health decline and campaign setback over endorsement contributed to the tragedy.
In New York James MacSherry a former Yale boxing instructor began his professional boxing career. Sailor Burke delivered a knockout with a single Brudda Sylvest punch ending the debut.
An old testimonial touts thirty years of travel and chronic nervous exhaustion ending in nervous prostration. It credits Dr Miles Restorative Nervine with rebuilding the nervous system and restoring organ function, claiming relief after few doses and money-back guarantee if no benefit.
Warning notice claiming no responsibility for injuries from imitations of DeWitt’s Carbolized Witch Hazel Salve. Promotes use for piles and urges purchase from C. A. Gamble as the original product.
A discussion emerges over the claim that Solomon had 80 wives, framing it as problematic evidence about wisdom and rulership in ancient narratives.
A man is praised for his integrity after paying back a five dollar loan he borrowed from a widow just before her husband's death. The gesture is highlighted as a model of honesty and responsibility.
Seasonal urging to prevent kidney and bladder trouble with De Witt’s Kidney and Bladder Pills. Claims include back pain relief, urinary disorder help, and antiseptic action. Advertisement notes prompt effect and strong recommendation by seller CC A.
The copy promotes moving to California via the Northwestern route offering outdoor life in a flower-filled garden spot with sunny skies. It highlights the Chicago Union Pacific and North Western Line as the best, most direct, and interesting train route with ticket agents available for details.
Brief proverb notes a link between mental state and speech urges restraint in expression. It emphasizes how attitudes shape communication and urges mindful discourse.
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