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Newspaper
Ames Intelligencer
Location
Ames, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 29, 1891
Page
4
A man recalls a cherished ring linking to childhood and a motherly kiss as he faces poverty after losing his job. He borrows to eat, meets a friend who lends money, and contemplates life changes while a dramatic social circle gathers around him.
A witty exchange ends with a punchline about a heart gifted in love and a butcher who eats nothing. The era’s voice captures a gathered audience on a veranda awaiting the final lyric.
Joseph Martin a New Castle Pennsylvania glassblower says he has solved the toughening problem by producing glass so strong a blacksmith cannot break it with a hammer when laid on an anvil. He predicts durable lamp chimneys and sturdy tableware, curbing mischief by stone throwing.
The idea suggests placing children's playgrounds on schoolhouse roofs where land is scarce. London has built such roofs with satisfactory results, though it is a poor substitute for yard play on solid ground. With rapid transit and cheap fares, families could live farther out and provide real play space for children.
An extra cabinet member is urged to focus on labor interests and be titled secretary of labor. However the note warns that too much head may be problematic.
Publishers S. B. Scranton & Co announce a forthcoming history by W. Fletcher Johnson, author of Johnstown Flood, detailing the King Bull legend and leading chiefs with illustrations. Agents offered liberal terms. Mrs. John Anderson of Boone burned lighting a stove. recovery doubtful. Governor Boies names F. H. Graves of Madrid assistant State veterinary surgeon.
Mrs. Michael Curtain of Plainfield says a months treatment by her physician failed until she used Dr. King's New Discovery for Consumption. After ten bottles she recovered fully and can perform housework again. Free trial bottles at L. M. Bosworth's Drug Store, large 50 cent and one dollar bottles.
Sree ed Ceree Incendaries launched a bold assault Saturday night on Covington Nebraska across the river from Sioux City. The blaze consumed two houses and several other structures were damaged in a series of arson attempts.
Ida Ville Indiana residents including Postmaster William Timmons farmer John Leslie and hardware merchant J W Gardner report Electric Bitters improved kidney and liver health and renewed strength. The product sells for 50 cents per bottle at L M Bosworth's Drug Store.
The State Agricultural Society met in Des Moines last Wednesday and elected A. Head of Jefferson president and reelected Secretary Shaffer.
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