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Newspaper
Ames Intelligencer
Location
Ames, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jul 21, 1904
Page
2
Noted Shootings and Disasters Dominate World News
A wide-ranging summary reports Jones Vogelony shooting his 16-year-old sweetheart in Hocking Iowa. Judge J M Jones dies in Ohio. a Covington fire destroys property valued at 125000 with 60000 insurance. multiple murders, drownings, and bank mergers appear alongside strikes, shipwrecks, and international incidents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jones Vogelony
Anna Underansky
Hocking
Vogelony
J. M. Jones
Ohio
Clevie
Bright
United States
John P. Jones
Nevada
Covington
Haley Gipe
William M. Starbuck
Greensboro
Ind
W. A. Clark
Montana
Anna E. la Chappelle
France
Wheeler County
Ore
Bethune
Martin Smith
Mitchell
St. Louis
Bureau of Agriculture
Samuel M. Jones
Toledo
Highball
Brighton Beach
Tony
Jacob Martin
Flannagan
Ill
Perry Myers
Gas City
Frederick Lauenstein
Evansville Democrat
Simon Riggs
Clinton
Marshall Alger
Wheeling
W. Va
Short Creek
John H. Schnettler
Clayton
Jesse Hilliard
Hilliard
William P. Scott
National Liberty Party
East St. Louis
Summer Garden
Pacific
Shawmut
Yokohama
Phillip Bermana
New Herlinger
Lemuel Moss
New York
Kentucky
J. Eisman & Co
Portsmouth
Sharon
Metzger
Delaware, O
Cascad
Osborn, O
Charles Hints
Milwaukee
Augustaskie
Muskego
Wis
Democratic Leaders Plan Campaign Action at Oyster Bay
Bryan leaders in Bryan plan a conference on campaign lines after dissatisfaction with the national nomination. Roosevelt Fairbanks Cortelyou discussed campaign plans at Oyster Bay. Parker advised on key questions and Bryan backs the ticket while Crawford moves toward 1908 reorganization. Parker avoided politics in Esopus speech.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Roosevelt
Fairbanks
Cortelyou
Oyster Bay
Judge Parker
Hill
C. A. Alfonso Smith
University of North Carolina
University of Tennessee
Esopus
Bryan
Wall Street
Cyrus W. Davis
Waterville
Maine
Japanese Forces Close On Siadiama In Liank River Region
Reports say General Oku leads about 60 000 troops advancing from Kai chow toward Siadiama with strong Japanese forces converging mid between Kaichow and Tatchekino. A Russian decree ends exile to Siberia without trial. Port Arthur sees 1700 wounded since July 8.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oku
Kaichow
Siadiama
Tatchekino
Russia
Siberia
Port Arthur
Chefoo
Mukden
Mexico City
Mex
Porfirio Diaz
Mexico
Ramon Corral
Liank River
Liaoyang
Multiple 1906 incidents span piracy to politics and fires
The report details diverse events from June drownings and murders to fire losses, legal actions and diplomatic notes. Notable items include Kent Loomis's body washing ashore in England, Roberto Lopez’s death in Mexico City, arson losses in Montgomery and Duluth, a Kansas City murder attempt, and political moves involving Fairbanks and Hay.
Assyrians Quit Fort Dodge After Peddler License Rise
A Fort Dodge auction sale of horses and wagons marks the exit of a large Assyrian colony that made the city its headquarters. A state law gave counties power to license peddlers with up to 100 dollars, but Fort Dodge set licenses at 50 and 75 dollars for one and two horse teams, raising taxes and prompting departure to new fields. The colony had grown from a few outfits to a flourishing, widespread trade in the region.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
J. A. Cook
Benton Harbor
Mich
Burton Grissold
Oliver’s
Manchester Station
Ind
Sarah Simmons
James Smith
Grand Jury
Sarah Schafer
Bedford
Rufino Lopez
Irapuato
Mexico City
Mex
Fair Heath
Charles W. Fairbanks
Mackinac
Alabama Rift Flooring Company
Montgomery
Ala
Calhoun
New York
Justin Snyder
Morrison, Ill
Fulton, Ill
Karl Kirschner
Terre Haute
Edward Cox
B. D. Cox
Jackson
Tom
Henry G. Davis
Rochester
N. Y
Paul Kruger
Transvaal
Kimball
Kimball & Clark
Spring River
Pittsburg
Kaw
Samuel M. Jones
Toledo
Memorial Hall
Edgar T. Washburn
Heathfield & Washburn
Buffalo
Board of Trade
Chicago Daily News’ Dispatch
Fawan
Port Arthur
Mount Holly
N. J
Aaron Timbers
Jonas Sims
William Austin
Elsie Biddle
Burlington
Hay
Legion of Honor
Department of State
Omaha
Duluth
Minn
St. Louis
Bradford
Trenton
Gen. Samsonoff
Yinkow
Liaoyang
Fort Dodge
Fort Ddge
Boards of Supervisors
Changes for Hospital inebriates to adopt prison form
The Iowa board of control weighs a jail like detention model for inebriates. Foxborough Massachusetts operates a state run facility with iron bars on windows as deterrent and a trolley and steam line to Boston. The Iowa board asks the Knoxville project to consider stronger window bars based on Foxborough experience.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Iowa
State Board of Control
United States
Foxborough
Mass
Boston
Kinne
Iowa Board of Control
Iowa Board
Knoxville
Druggist Not Guilty in Liquor Seizure Case
T P Hermanson a Roland druggist was found not guilty at a Nevada preliminary examination before Judge Larson on charges of illicit liquor in his store. The ruling noted that registered pharmacists may keep limited liquor for medicinal compounding. beer was excluded. The liquor was returned to Hermanson after the case.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
T. P. Hermanson
Roland
Nevada
Larson
Hermanson
Roland Fire Incendiary Suspected Arson Probe Begun
Town residents debate whether the $30,000 Roland blaze was incendiarism and arson. Insurance adjusters assist the investigation as Johnson and Michaelson Bros face a $12,000 loss, $7,500 insured, with rebuilding decisions pending and some stock saved for possible fire sale liquidation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Roland
Johnson & Michaelson Bros
Justice Settles Family Quarrel In Quick Conveyance
Special correspondence reports Police Justice Mathis resolved a brutal marriage case by ordering the husband to deed his home to his wife and live apart. The on-the-spot agreement freed the woman and served as a practical, rapid divorce solution.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mathis
Elks Christen Fawns at Ellsworth Zoo Iowa Falls
Local Elks in Iowa Falls presided over the christening of three fawns at Ellsworth Zoological Park. The ceremony featured an elaborate program and invitations to Elks from central Iowa to attend the festivities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Iowa Falls
Elks
Ellsworth Zoological Park
Brother Ells
Iowa
Former Mayor George D. McDaid Dies at 63 in Clinton
Former Clinton mayor George D. McDaid, aged 63, has died. Authorities did not disclose his cause of death.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George D. McDaid
Clinton
porter and elderly passenger argue over care on train
A stout, irritable old man boards a Pennsylvania depot car and demands special treatment from a young porter. He insists on being taken to St. Louis in comfort, offers pay, and forbids chatter as the porter reluctantly complies during the departure.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pennsylvania
Cleveland Plain Dealer
Peter
St. Louis
Playing Golf in the South and Caddie Attitudes
A Country Life in America critique notes racial stereotypes in golf caddies with a scene of an African American boy celebrating a good shot. It contrasts praised skill with generalization that many caddies are indolent and treated as beasts of burden. The piece ends with a novice caddie asking his employer if he will work tomorrow.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
America
Guillessly
Askisi
Oss
Time to Watch Her
The item notes a playful, risqué dialogue between two speakers from the Chicago Daily News. It centers on a performer described as delicate in manner and appearance and a humorous aside about eating corn from the ear.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago Daily News
Dodd's Kidney Pills Endorsed by Justice of the Peace
Chas Peterson of Oconto County delivers a notable judgment praising Dodd's Kidney Pills as the best kidney medicine. He recounts back pain that improved after one box, warning kidney disease can lead to serious conditions. A separate oddity notes a Connecticut woman removing an onion grown in her ear for 43 years.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dodd
Bright
Connecticut
Boston
National Casket Co Promises Quality Caskets Worldwide
The National Casket Co asserts it makes the best and most elegant caskets in the world and guarantees you get what you pay for when purchasing their goods.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
National Casket Co
Woman in Politics Questioned by Buttoned Back Waist
A Chicago Record-Herald editorial satirically questions a woman’s role in national affairs while mocking a back-buttoning waistline as an obstacle to leadership. The quote underscores gendered commentary of the era and playful critique of fashion as political relevance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago Record-Herald
Dr. Kline's Great Nerve Restorer Promises Cure
Advertises a free two dollar trial bottle of Dr. Kline's Great Nerve Restorer and a treatise. Claims fits will stop after the first day of use and that the condition is permanently cured. Offers address at 931 Arch St Philadelphia PA.
Self Made Women Overlooked by Public Gaze
The Indianapolis News notes that society pays more attention to self made men than women, observing how many women appear undervalued despite visible success and independence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Indianapolis News
Quote from Norwich resident and Tribune ad line
A Norwich resident Mrs. Thos Robbins credits Piso's Cure for Consumption with saving her life three years ago. An advertisement from the Chicago Tribune uses the line Better fail trying to do good than succeed in doing wrong.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thos. Robbins
Norwich, N
Chicago Tribune
The Weak Spot Promises Kidney Pain Relief
A Bradford woman testifies to back ache and swelling from kidney trouble. she credits Dean's Kidney Pills with curing her condition since 1896. Free trials offered by Foster Milburn Co. Mail order available nationwide. 50 cents per box sold by dealers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dean
W. M. Dauscher
Water St
Bradford
Dauscher
United States
Foster-Milburn Co
Buffalo
N. Y
Milking Stool Found Handy in Pasture Claim
A Bangor News item describes a farmer who milks his cow in the pasture using a rope tied to the cow’s horns with a cedar block at the end. He explains the setup as his milking stool keeps the tool handy when he locates the cow.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bangor News
Thrift Praised Amid Life Insurance Scruple
A quotation from the Chicago Record-Herald notes Mrs Madgely as thrifty and recalls her concern over a life insurance premium paid just before her husband’s death. The snippet reflects thrift values and financial prudence in a dramatic example.
G A R National Encampment Trip to Boston 1904
Very low rates via the Nickel Plate Road invite readers to attend the G A R National Encampment in Boston August 15 to 20 1904. Travel includes elegant dining and car service with individual club plans or a la carte options. Coffee and sandwiches served at seats. Stopovers at Onondaga Lake and Niagara Falls on return.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nickel Plate Road
Boston
Ontauqua Lake
Niagara Falls
Ice Free Mooselacnite Lake Stirs Quiet Maine Scene
An eastern exchange notes the Mooselacnite lake in Maine is ice free. The notice suggests no immediate Russian fleet movement or similar action will result from the seasonal melt.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mooselac
Maine
Very Low Rates to Boston and Return via Lake Shore
Very low round trip fare to Boston offered with return via Lake Shore and Michigan Southern. Tickets on sale August 12 13 and 14 with return limit possibly extended to 30 days. Tickets available through New York or by contacting L F to G A P D at 180 Clark St Chicago or C F Daly Chief A G P A Chicago.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Boston
Lake Shore
Michigan
New York
L. F
Clark St
Chicago
C. F. Daly
Classic profi description notes a thin angular build
The Oshkosh Northwestern comments on a classic profile describing a person as thin and angular with most of the figure concentrated in the neck. The quote conveys a vivid, shorthand image of a specific appearance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oshkosh Northwestern
All Aboard for Boston G A B National Encampment
All Aboard for Boston G A B National Encampment August 15 to 20 via Nickel Plate Road Tickets on sale August 12 13 and 14 with return limit Stop off at Siege Falls Chautauqua Lake Special G A R train leaves Chicago 8:00 a m August 18 Rates and reservations from local agent or General Agent 111 Adams St Chicago Illinois
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Boston
Nickel Plate Road
Chautauqua Lake
Chicago
Adams St
Too much mother in law or son in law says Chicago Tribune
A wry quip from the Chicago Tribune notes that complaints about a difficult mother in law often reflect tensions with a son in law, framing the issue as a joke about family relations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago Tribune
Allen's Foot-Ease Advertisement Claim
An old promotional notice touts Allen's Foot-Ease powder to cure tired feet and ease tight shoes. It urges readers to request a trial and claims no substitute, referencing A. 8. Olmsted of Le Roy New York and hints at political machine concerns.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Allen
Olmsted
le Roy
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Batavian Bank
Janesville
Wisconsin
West
Ludwig
Tailors’ Union
New York Supreme Court
Lillian Nordica
Samuel L. Clemens
Mark Twain
Charles J. Langdon
Elmira
Oregon
Mount Vernon
Daniel Decatur Emmett
Dixie
Golden Gate Park
Henry Tevis
Lloyd Tevis
St. Louis Exposition
Charles W. H. Carter
Brooklyn
Chicago & Eastern Illinois Railroad
Glenwood
Hoxey
Salonica
Constantinople
Manila
San Juan del Monte
Transvaal Republic
Clarens
Switzerland
Chili
Valparaiso
Mikado
Kuropatkin
St. Petersburg
Newchwang
Kent Loomis
Abyssinia
Elks Christen Fawns
G. A. R. National
Southern Rr
Castoria
Dominion
Winnipeg, Manitoba
Canada
Boc
R. Paxton CO
Pope Bldg
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