This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 26 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Ames Intelligencer
Location
Ames, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 10, 1901
Page
2
A digest of domestic and international stories spanning politics industry and society. The column highlights notable events, shifts in public opinion, and key developments from both home and abroad, reflecting the week’s broad sweep of news.
The senate opened on the army bill aiming for a rapid final vote. Proposals to extend U S land laws to Hawaii and to create a cabinet department of education were introduced. In the house, discussions focused on the reapportionment bill with Mr Hill proposing legal tender silver dollar parity with gold.
The digest lists incidents from 1900 including a postmaster killing his wife in Scenery Hill, coal and meat production figures, deaths from disease and mine accidents, fires destroying towns and plants, political inaugurations, legislative sessions, and military events across the United States and abroad.
A sequence of brief obituaries and birthday milestones: Mrs. Laskoski of Laporte turns 105. Ignatius Donnelly, noted author and ex congressman, dies in Minneapolis at 70. Mrs. Batchelder of Peabody reaches 106 and greets the century. publishers Upham and Fossett pass away. other centenarians and prominent figures including Andrew Krozolsky 103 and Peter Fossett 85 noted. Also mentions New York Democrats organizing an anti Bryan anti Croker club and the Detroit death of Bishop Ninde aged 68.
Americans and Filipinos mingle at Manila in the first official social event by Gen. MacArthur as conditions hint at early pacification of the islands. The Boer invasion of Cape Colony is deemed grave. the transport Buford brings 800 recruits to Manila. Envoys in Peking refuse questions until preliminary demands are signed.
United States Senate discusses army reorganization and other measures while the House weighs reapportionment and suffrage issues. Notable items include opium bans, a test for a lottery law, and reports on coal output, disasters, and notable deaths.
The Louisville Courier Journal lauds Iowa for record farm prosperity. It notes corn yields rising from 32.2 to 40.3 bushels per acre and wheat at 14.3, with total corn output at 345,065,040 bushels worth 93,161,860 dollars. Aggregate farm products reach 229,805,058 dollars, and Iowa’s growing railroad mileage enhances markets for farm goods.
The Ottumwa hospital association will build a $15,000 hospital next spring and summer on land donated by Hon Edward Manning of Keosauqua and his son Hon Calvim Manning of Ottumwa. Six valuable lots on an East Ottumwa eminence near railroads are given for hospital use with no contingencies beyond site dedication.
William Gilmore of Ottumwa was found with his head crushed near Otisco on the Baltimore and Ohio Southwestern line about 20 miles east of New Albany Indiana. He was last seen with a male companion who is being sought by police after a quarrel was heard near the town edge.
Mrs. Sarah D. Greene of Sanger Texas writes Postmaster A W Lee in Ottumwa asking for the whereabouts of her brother Robert W Baker. he was employed in a local factory and received mail at the Ottumwa post office until sometime in November when he disappeared.
At a trustees meeting Dean Pentulff announced the $3000 deficiency has been covered. The gap was closed by checks from Mrs. Charles Wellington Rand of Burlington and Admiral George Remey, who attended the school as a boy.
Word from Montana says Pen Wilson of Traer struck pay dirt in a Butte City mine and is worth $100,000. He is Secretary Wilson’s nephew and went west with little money for his fare.
A Greensboro Georgia pastor Rev E G Smith testifies Peruna cured his family catarrh of the lower bowels after two bottles. An elder supports him and local merchant J Rossman reports kidney catarrh relief. Dr Hartman offers free advice from the Hartman Sanitarium Ohio.
An Atchison Globe report mocks a fashionable church wedding with elaborate decor and costly gifts. It notes the bride’s beauty, odd attire, and a lavish post ceremony trip to St. Louis, highlighting social pretense and local elites.
A shopper in a Washington Post piece contemplates a diamond ring as a Christmas gift. The jeweler explains price tiers from $25 to $100 and suggests gauging engagement status to choose a ring, noting pawn value after marriage.
A Chicago Chronicle excerpt recounts Marshal Le Febvre falling ill, his servant sickened then cured, and the duchess correcting a doctor who gave equal doses to all. She assigns medicines by rank, enabling the duke to recover after a dozen gulps, remarking to the astonished physician that he has much to learn.
Quote from Town Topics notes that a kiss holds its own face value above all others in meaning and sentiment.
Hale's Honey of Horehound and Tar is advertised as a cure for whooping cough while Pike's Toothache Drops claim to cure toothache in one minute.
A pithy remark attributed to Cicero condemns insincerity as a grave fault. The aphorism warns that deception corrodes trust and reputation.
A new preparation named Grain-O, made from pure grains, is placed in grocery stores as a coffee substitute. It is claimed to be gentle on the most delicate stomachs, safer for children, inexpensive at 15 and 25 cents per package, and indistinguishable from coffee to the taste. Try it and ask for Grain-O.
A brief item from the Detroit Journal notes couples seeking marriage amid social pressures and fashion trends stirring public interest. Police and community voices weigh on changing norms in the city.
A dubious health claim promises a one day cure using Laxative Bromo Quinine Tablets. The note mentions a refund policy if the method fails but offers no credible medical basis or sourcing.
An amateur camera enthusiast in Indianapolis endures a hard session but captures a sharp moment. The report highlights persistence and a notable photograph despite difficulties.
Readers acclaim Carter's Ink as top quality while scientific test confirms chemical accuracy. The campaign highlights widespread usage as proof of excellence and reliability.
A local court reportedly dismisses allegations after a period of investigation. Officials declined to disclose details. The case highlights procedural limits in city enforcement actions.
A persuasive 1900s ad claims the change of life brings hot flashes heart palpitations and nervous trouble. It promotes Lydia E. Pinkham’s Vegetable Compound as a remedy to strengthen nerves and help women endure this period, citing a testimonial from Mrs. Jen of German to.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.