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Newspaper
Ames Intelligencer
Location
Ames, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 07, 1906
Page
2
A editorial in The Intelligencer argues that confidences and private letters must remain confidential unless the writer authorizes publication. It condemns posting private letters to defend oneself, notes the double standard after death, and questions posthumous disclosures in church state and land affairs.
A New England and New York scheme proposes a central power plant to transmit music by electricity through telephone lines to subscribers homes. An alternator battery would generate 48 harmonic vibrations and a piano keyboard would select notes, with sound delivered to listeners via megaphone like receivers.
The piece compares annual government spending on pensions and armed forces to agricultural funding. It cites last fiscal year Navy and military costs at 122 million and 77 million, totaling 340 million with pensions. It notes agriculture appropriations at about 5.94 million and total agricultural spending since 1839 over 65.7 million, less than army outlays, highlighting a peaceable nation tied to farming.
Dr J C Milnes testified that packers buy diseased cattle and hogs at low prices to boost profits, while lax inspections failed to catch tuberculosis and other illnesses. He described crowded Waterloo and Chicago plants, where condemned meat was mishandled and many hogs bypassed inspection.
Dispatches from Pierre report high winds and dust storms striking John Carlson's farm. Potatoes bombarded the farmhouse smashing every pane on the southeast side. The storm hurled tubers into the air after ripping up a field recently planted to potatoes.
A historical clipping claims onion juice as a cure for appendicitis and suggests the disease may cease to be fashionable. The text reflects period beliefs linking folk remedies to medical conditions.
A Duluth & Iron Range freight train with 30 ore cars ran away from Waldo down to Two Harbors without an engine crew. Only one brakeman, who feared to jump, survived with injuries. Three tramps died and 25 ore cars piled up due to brake-ignorance in darkness.
In Caledonia Wisconsin State Veterinary Surgeon Roberts reports tuberculosis in multiple herds. One 32 head herd was condemned and sent to Milwaukee for slaugh ter. About 150 cows in other herds are under examination and found diseased.
Robert E Burke former oil inspector won a branch appellate court ruling reversing a prior Chicago Superior Court decree. The court held Burke may recover 30000 dollars deposited with the city treasurer, which had been repudiated. Judges Freeman and Smith made the decision.
A Louisville & Nashville bound passenger train from Knoxville derailed at Seventh and Hill streets as it backed into Louisville Union Station. Nine people were killed and 21 injured when a wheel flange broke loosening the smoker and two day coaches, causing a crash with a stationary freight train. a list of the dead names eight Ky residents and a Louisville man.
Missouri Supreme Court en banc holds that Knights of Pythias is a fraternal society not liable as a regular life insurer. Case Mary Westerman versus the society concerns a $5 236.27 payout for a husband’s death and a six year payment history prior to forfeit.
The senate committee on privileges and elections voted 7 to 6 that Reed Smoot is not entitled to his seat as senator from Utah. The resolution will place the question before the full senate, allowing its members to decide how to proceed and whether to unseat him.
Representative Robert Adams of Philadelphia died at the emergency hospital from a self inflicting bullet wound. A letter to Senator Cannon explained his debts exceeded his resources and forced him to abandon his official position. He indicated no explicit plan to take his life but described his burial in a manner showing he had decided to act.
Fort Worth Texas May 29 report of a shooting affray near Stiles Reagan county leaves J R Warren age 28 wealthy ranchman dead his wife Mrs J R Warren and Mr Pierce of Hillsboro Texas a guest in the Warren home all killed with no witnesses. A telephone message to Sheriff Japson at Stiles suggests Warren killed his wife and Pierce then took his own life.
Omaha Neb May 31 Arrangements are complete for the Crow agency opening at Sheridan and Billings from June 14 to 28 with the largest crowds in government openings expected.
In St. Joseph Missouri on June 2, drought tightens its grip across northwest Missouri east Kansas and southeast Nebraska with no meaningful rain for over a month. Crops like strawberries oats and corn suffer while gardens wither due to soil moisture loss.
Fire Friday in Jefferson Ohio leveled a number of business places and dwellings. Total losses are estimated at 80 000 dollars with partial insurance coverage.
The Iron Trade Review reports diminished activity in iron and steel after months of high growth. It notes favorable crop conditions and predicts continued prosperity for many months.
A young woman bursts with joy over a secret shared with Harold and rushes to her elderly aunt. The aunt responds with mock severity, warning she might “shake the life out of you” if kissed, after an enthusiastic embrace and a playful exchange.
Mrs. Mary Metzger of Sweetwater recounts severe eczema on her back spreading to her body and face. She used Cuticura Remedies according to instructions and felt great relief, stating she is now well and recommends the products.
A mother and daughter gain access to Paderewski's sanctum as the mother applauds the daughter. The girl seeks praise for her skill while Paderewski listens. a final crash as the girl raises a stool. The artist hints at her lack of left hand knowledge of right.
A lecturer quizzically claims nine of ten women propose to their fiancés. He invites married men with wives who proposed to stand, provoking a hush as the audience reacts with whispered protests.
Knights of Columbus meeting announced in New Haven Connecticut with travel rates via Nickel Plate Road. Includes June dates and a return limit with stopovers at Niagara and Chautauqua Lake New York. For full information contact Calahan General Agent KR Adams Street Chicago IL.
A reflective line notes how a 16 year old recalls past deeds, making a 30 year old feel older. The remark frames youth memory as a benchmark, hinting at the growing distance between generations.
A brief blurb notes Lewis' Factory in Peoria Illinois and a young man shaping a career should not rely solely on a tailor. The text references a single binder cigar made with rich mellow tobacco and hints at brand identity.
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