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Newspaper
Ames Intelligencer
Location
Ames, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 07, 1892
Page
2
The Hearing Enterprise notes The first issue of Iowa Masonry has appeared as a neat twenty two page pamphlet. Its frontispiece carries portraits of the Grand Officers for 1891 and 92. The Intelligencer H and B K Wilson publishers express hope for growth to a six column quarto format.
Boone readers endure a lengthy wartime dispute as clergy in the town engage in a protracted argument over the Roman Catholic question, drawing strong opinions from locals.
Senator Plumb's mantle passes to Bishop W. Perkins who is warmly received by Plumb supporters and aligned with his policy coalition.
President Harrison met 1,506 individuals on New Year’s Day and despite the crowd many still envy the U.S. president as he strides through the nation’s capital.
Grinnell Herald reprints editorial comments supporting F. R. Conaway of the Brooklin Chronicle for the state printer candidacy, indicating he is a favored choice among the editorial fraternity.
Reports suggest Emin Pasha has conducted explorations and may have located the true source of the Nile. Confirmation is awaited as multiple explorers have made similar claims.
The Western Rural Supplement highlights J. H. Powers, president of the National Farmers Alliance, and plans to publish periodic supplements to let readers collect portraits of prominent reformers.
The article notes no bitterness from a defeat and winter plans in Des Moines focusing on school and literature. It reports the 1892 Board of Agriculture meeting in Des Moines, expected leadership changes, rumors about Gov. Boies illness, and the governor’s staff working on the governor’s message appendix. It mentions rail commissioner Dey taking office next Monday and a Russian famine relief drive urging newspaper subscriptions and corn donations to ship aid to Russia.
State feature notes include the Maple Valley poultry show held in Independence last week. Also reported: Adams Express Co. opens an office in Des Moines. Edwin Arnold visits Dubuque. a 103 book donation to Jefferson library. L W Marsh killed by burglar in Seymour. Aurora destroyed by fire with $30 000 loss. wolf hunt at Rush Park canceled by weather.
The Iowa Russian Famine Relief committee appeals to Iowa residents to send corn and funds for Russian hunger relief. It urges subscriptions through newspapers, with local committees handling funds and shipments, including a Red Cross agent coordinating distribution and a focus on corn, canned foods, and recipes for cooking. It cites past world aid to Irish famine as a precedent and calls for immediate action.
The Prairie Farmer notes editorial praise of successful women farmers and affirms this branch of feminine industry. It mentions several women who are farmers and are often as prosperous or more prosperous than men.
Samuel Adjai Crowther, once enslaved in Africa, later freed and educated, became a missionary and rose to bishop of the Niger churches. His life, from bondage to high religious leadership, is described as remarkable and almost fantastical.
Roswell B. Mason known as the fire mayor of Chicago died at his Chicago home on New Year’s night at age 86. He served as a former boy engineer railroad contractor and mayor. His golden wedding was celebrated in 1881 and he retained public interest to the end with reports on drainage.
Kate Field comments on Senator Plumb death from suspected neglect of hygiene laws. She suggests appointing a physical trainer to Congress to examine members at sessions start, monitor health, and report to families, arguing it would be cheaper than burying a congressman.
The Holiday issue a delightful collection for small readers with stories and pictures. Address Russell Pub. Co. 196 Summer St. Boston for purchase.
Subscriptions begun by Minnesota lawyers to aid Mrs. Miller widow of the late Justice Muller. A circular claims all family opposition has been withdrawn though the writer questions the family’s creditability and notes the widow should not face charity.
Des Moines letters note a new eight story Equitable building nearing completion with night work and a 2500 bonus for April finish. The Des Moines Northern and Northwestern railway merges into Des Moines Northern and Western, a 163 mile line to be rail equipped with heavy steel by spring. New education chief Mr If takes charge next Monday amid expected continuity.
The first mine death in What Cheer occurred last Thursday when 35 year old Frenchman Pierre Romar was crushed by falling slate at the Armstrong mine. He leaves a wife and two children.
At the suggestion of Hon. H. C. Wheeler and Gov. Bereslova Russian Relief Committee donations of money will be received at this office for the cause. Acknowledgments will be made and forwarded to the proper authorities.
A proposal outlines a State Board of Charities and Corrections to inspect all charitable and correctional work. It cites 28 years of success in 18 states, urges Iowa to adopt similar legislation in 1892, and recommends a six member board with the governor as ex officio.
A carefully prepared remedy claims strong validation as a valuable cure for congestion and consumption. The trial audience, described as skeptical, is persuaded by the preparation’s effectiveness and taste.
Real estate broker advertises lands and farms for sale and rent across Nevada and Story County Iowa. Offers residences and about fifty town lots with options to loan money on real estate security. Calls encouraged for buyers and sellers.
Transactions list several property transfers in Ames Story City and Blair's addition including lots and parcels valued from 75 to 9000 dollars. Local notes report illnesses La Grippe and sickly season with doctors busy and residents new to Story City. The column mentions Anton Olson visiting Chicago and a rumored billiard hall opening soon.
The Romance magazine expands to 160 pages for January with seventeen complete stories from England France Norway Spain and America. Noted authors include Grant Allen Maupassant Bjornson Greville Coppee, plus other rising writers. Published by Romance Publishing Company Clinton Hall Astor Place New York at 25 cents per issue or $2.50 annually.
Harry Elliott, vice president of State Insurance Company Des Moines, recounts his wife’s severe cold leaving her unable to speak above a whisper. A single dose of Cubeb Cough Care brought quick relief and several doses fully cured the hoarseness. He notes his children have had fewer coughs and colds since keeping Cubeb Cough Care at home. Druggist M. Bosworth at 37-4 supports the claim.
Obituary and community notes record the death of Daniel Dix in Des Moines on January 1 1892 and burial January 4 1892. The item lists his marriages and children, church affiliation, and local Religious and social updates including sermons, visits, and short notices about neighbors and literary features in Harper's Magazine and advertisements for patent medicines and products.
The Iowa State Poultry Association hosts its Eleventh Annual Show in the Stevens Block east room. Friday marks the last day with about 600 birds on display including Wyandottes Langshans and Brahmas. Prominent breeders attend from abroad, and Wapsie Valley Club shows 40 birds.
Hodgson and Rich operate a barber shop on the first floor west room of the Cook block on Main Street Ames Iowa. They offer hair cutting shaving shampooing and the latest style plus hot and cold baths and soft water. Call for service.
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