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Newspaper
Ames Intelligencer
Location
Ames, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 22, 1905
Page
2
A weekly roundup covers the Far East war progress between Russia and Japan, developments in Washington, and notable happenings from around the globe. The report highlights ongoing hostilities, diplomatic moves, and broader international concern shaping the conflict's course.
Washington named as seat of negotiations between Russia and Japan plenipotentiaries for a police treaty with no fixed date. If heat in Washington disrupts talks they may move to a northern summer resort. Reports say Oyama's army ready to act and Linovitch urges continuing war. Togo's dispatch notes a battle result decided 37 minutes after the first gun.
John C. Driscoll testifies before the Chicago grand jury claiming he paid about $50,000 to bribe labor leaders to settle hundreds of strikes. The probe uncovers graft on both sides in ongoing labor controversies and follows new lines of inquiry.
A professional gambler named Gherakaris stabbed Theodore P. Delyannis at the Athens chamber of deputies main entrance. Delyannis died within three hours. The assassin, arrested, said he acted in revenge for the premier’s crackdown on gambling houses.
King Oscar asserts Sweden and himself may decide dissolution of union while Norway protests U S recognition. Kansas farmers require 25 000 men and 2 240 teams for harvest lasting about 60 days with daily wages 1 75 to 2 50. Harriet A Hart burns near Detour Mich no lives lost.congressional and corporate news follow.
A long compiled list notes President Roosevelt ordering officials to exercise more caution in enforcing Chinese exclusion amid growing tensions. The entry traces various other incidents including homicides, accidents, and public notices across multiple states and countries.
In Des Moines, funeral services for Mabel Wood of Adel, 17, were halted by the sheriff and coroner who ordered a postmortem inquiry. After four hours, Edward Bishop, the girl's uncle and former husband of his sister, was arrested as investigations included a stomach analysis.
Oscar Yeager a minute man for the fire department was instantly killed by touching a live wire during a house fire. Walter Tucker, severely burned while aiding, may die from his injuries after stumbling over the same wire. The blaze prompted the tragic contact with a dangerous electrical line.
Four Des Moines fire insurance agents W V Wilcox W D Skinner H R Howell and B E Hawkins were arrested on a charge of maintaining a trust in restraint of competition in rates. The misdemeanor carries a fine up to 5000 or one year’s imprisonment or both. Punishments for companies involved include fines from one to 20 percent of capital stock. The grand jury probes other representatives in the city.
Waterloo farmer W J Schrock found his wife dead in a burned coal shed. Only the head and parts of limbs remained. Coroner's jury could not solve the case, but theory points to tramp-caused murder to hide their crime.
McCalisburg John Peck won a special mayoral election. Dubuque Joe Wagner died by drowning, excessive drinking cited. Independence Judge Blair issued permanent injunctions against six saloons. Muscatine Cerebrospinal meningitis appeared in the city. Des Moines About 1,000 Odd Fellows and Rebekah members attended Memorial Day services. Iowa Falls Work on a new gas plant has begun. Keokuk After an ambush shooting of Richard Baker a tenant, Joshua Phyles, killed himself. Baker expected to recover. Council Bluffs A legal dispute over a 1,000 acre tract along the Missouri river pits act validity in a suit. Clinton Charles Kienzle died at 39 from shock after falling from a freight car. Winterset Winterset opens Carnegie-funded public library. Iowa City State University of Iowa Alumni elect Col. Frank O. Lowden. he spoke at banquet. Muscatine Willion Lumber Company incorporation filed with $250,000 capital. Guthrie Neola burial for 62-year-old T. B. Campbell. Burlington Earth cave-in kills August Rader, injures Ed Thurman. Red Oak Dismissal likely in Pollack diamond theft case against Tom Dennison. Fairfield Interurban line from Keosauqua to Fairfield discussed with high likelihood of construction.
Chicago banker John Farson lists satirical rules for entering society criticizing dissipation among the rich. A New York Tribune note cites his remark about society habits. In a luncheon exchange a middle-aged couple discusses the Russo Japanese war and Japanese customs of removing shoes before entering homes.
Frank M. Russell of Cox Wisconsin reports severe kidney trouble and fatigue until two boxes of Dodd's Kidney Pills were used. He now works all day without fatigue and says he could not walk across the floor before. Claim noted as remarkable in Chippewa County.
Colonies at Tockesburg Sevier County Arkansas Loring in Sabine Parish Louisiana and Lockesburg suitable for farming stock raising fruit and more open for settlement near Kansas City with prices 7 to 15 per acre on easy terms. Offices and agents listed for information plus assorted medical and product ads from unrelated sources.
A Portland, Oregon, speaker notes a two month visit in the east and contrasts easterners with locals. She corrects a Boston expectation, insisting she spent time in Montana instead, reflecting light social chatter from the Portland Oregonian.
A Washington Star excerpt frames graft as common then counters with the view that true graft is becoming rare. The apprehensive citizen voices concern while Senator Sorghum defends the idea that corruption has diminished in a supposedly proud, luxurious civilization.
A San Francisco man crediting Dr Williams Pink Pills describes relief from dyspepsia after eight boxes. The article extols digestion strength, blood quality, and general well being, urging readers to seek the pills from druggists and request the diet book from Schenectady company.
An old style warning promotes Dr Caldwell's laxative syrup as a remedy for stomach and bowel disorders. It claims the product can set the digestive system right and restore health with a money back guarantee if it fails. Sold by druggists for one dollar.
A Chicago Sun report notes a student graduates amid war fears and the era of conflict. The piece underscores the grim impact of global strife on education and youth during turbulent times.
Reduced rates to Buffalo Illinois announced with mention of annual meeting by B P D and a July 11 to 13 date. Nickel Plate offers lower rates with extended tolls near Chautauqua and Adams Chicago general agent Calahan. Warnings about not striking a tram and a Detroit News citation.
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