General McClellan praised as beloved army leader in wartime defense
The episode defends General McClellan against removal from command. Speakers praise his leadership for the Army of the Potomac, Lincoln's faith, and the push to march on Richmond, arguing politics forced his ouster and that he would have shortened the war if left in command.
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McClellan
Stanton
Lincoln
Chase
National
Army of the Potomac
Washington
Richmond
T. J. Miller
The
Intelligencer
United States
Mclellan
Potomac
Grant
McClellan and Grant Compared by Prof Brindley
Professor J E Brindley argues that Gen McClellan deserves credit for organizing a capable army from raw recruits despite limited Washington support. He contrasts this with Gen Grant who required full authority and strong administration confidence to lead.
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J. E. Brindley
Gen. McClellan
McClellan
Grant
Washington
McClellan Letter Draws Fire From A Loyal Civil War Commentator
The writer criticizes McClellan for patronizing Lincoln and failing to appreciate the president. He praises Lincoln and Grant, notes McClellan’s organizing skill but questions his strategy at Richmond. The piece argues Lincoln chose generals for results and deems Grant’s leadership superior.
Col Parley Sheldon Reflects on McClellan and War Figures
Col Parley Sheldon discusses Civil War era figures, recalling General McClellan and his wife’s refusal of a military burial. He asserts McClellan was among the nation’s greatest generals, noting Grant’s belief in McClellan and the context of leadership changes in Washington.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Col. Parley Sheldon
Intelligencer
Register
Washington
McClellan
Grant
Montgomery remarks spark debate on McClellan versus Lincoln
The editor recounts Doctor Montgomery’s campus commencement remarks praising Lincoln’s blunt directness and criticizing McClellan’s discipline and tact. A vivid Lincoln-McClellan anecdote about seven cows emerges, alongside rumors of political intrigue and wartime leadership debates featuring General Logan and Emancipation Proclamation context.
County Conventions Set for Saturday July 2
The several county conventions of the parties which elected delegates to attend will be held at Nevada Saturday July 2.
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Nevada
Horse Owned By Atlantic Driver Injures Four In Crash
A spirited horse at Atlantic collided with a car, pitching it down a step embankment into the creek. Four passengers sustained serious injuries. The car owner threatens to sue the horse owner for damages.
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Atlantic
Neighbor Boy's Gunshot Wounds Miss Zenor
Miss Daisy Zenor, daughter of A. A. Zenor, living northwest of Ames, was accidentally shot Sunday by a neighbor boy, Herbert Price. The ball entered her thigh and could not be extracted after probing by a surgeon. She is suffering but is doing as well as can be expected under the circumstances.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Daisy Zenor
A. A. Zenor
Ames
Herbert Price
Physician Triumphs in County Coroner Race Over Undertaker
Dr. A. G. Glann of Colo won the Story county coroner nomination by 1,415 votes to 1,405 for undertaker C. E. Morfoot after a disputed canvass of Union township. The fierce fight drew strong argument on ethics and medical necessity versus funeral trade. A celebratory jollification in Colo followed the decision.
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A. G. Glann
Cole
C. E. Morfoot
Nevada
Glann
Mr. Morfoot
Union Township
Dr. Glann
Union
Morfoot
Story County
Colo
Scott
Sheriff halts bad horse trade near Grant township
Sheriff Warrick was alerted by George Nelson about a shady horse deal involving his boy in Grant township. He and Charles Harris intercepted a caravan of traders, likely Gypsies, halting the exchange north of Huxley. Harris drove the auto back toward Nevada, with the would be sellers slowed by rough terrain.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sheriff Warrick
George Nelson
Grant Township
Charles Harris
Harris
Huxley
Nevada
Doctor McCarthy Undergoes Appendicitis Operation
Dr. Wilton W. McCarthy of Des Moines faced an appendectomy in a Sioux City hospital a few days ago. The operation was performed by his friend Dr. Knott and McCarthy is reported to be recovering in a satisfactory manner.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
McCarthy
Wilton W. McCarthy
Des Moines
Sioux City
Knott
Three Terrible Evils Bring Odd Tales to Cambridge Leader
A Cambridge Leader quip notes love, liquor, and politics drive a man to strange acts. The line frames social folly as a warning about vice and ambition in public life.
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Cambridge
Former Ames Lady Fatally Burned in Rural Fire
Mrs. R. T. Speers known as Miss Dollie Graham died from burns received when a lamp exploded in her home seven miles from Eldora. Her husband Mr. Speers and ten year old daughter fought the blaze as oil soaked her gown. She lived until Friday morning and was buried at Eldora Saturday afternoon. Dollie Graham, born April 12 1863 in Janesville Wisconsin, came to Ames in 1864 and left four children. Her family, including George Graham of Ames sister Mrs. Maggie Cole of Eagle Grove, mourn her loss.
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R. T. Speers
Dollie Graham
Eldora
George Graham
Mr. Speers
Janesville
Wis
Ames
Maggie Cole
Eagle Grove
Ames Man Killed Near Davenport
Myron Ellet of Ames was killed while sitting on Rock Island railroad ties near Davenport when a fast approaching train struck. His companion Bart Hull of Des Moines was injured in the shoulder. Ellet died at St Luke's hospital from a skull fracture about an hour after arrival. Funeral services were held Sunday afternoon.
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Myron Ellet
Davenport
Ames
John Sexton
Chicago
Bart Hull
Des Moines
Rock Island Railroad
Mr. Ellet
Mr. Hull
Ellet
St. Luke’s Hospital
Illinois
Red Oak
Iowa
Shenandoah
Clarinda
Mary Fenson
Creston
Frances Garnet
Dyer to Attend Story County Veterans Reunion in Ames
Col Henry Andrews Dyer deputy department commander of Iowa G A R will speak at the Story County Veterans Association reunion in Ames on August 25 and 26. He writes he will attend with pleasure and appoints Post members as recruiting officers to boost membership and encourage comrades to rejoin.
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Story County
Ames Auggust
Henry Andrews Dyer
Iowa G. A. R
Story County Veterans Association
Ames
Col. Dyer
Dave Palmer
Washington
Plain Old Lot Abraham
Mt. Pleasant
Dyer
Hank
Mason City
Charles BE. Haverly
Ellsworth
Dept. of Iowa
Iowa
F. C. and
Professor Davidson Hospitalized and Operated for Appendicitis
Professor Davidson, who fell seriously ill last week, was moved to a Des Moines hospital on Friday. On Monday he underwent appendicitis surgery performed by Dr Priestly and is reported to be improving as expected.
Boone Saloons Open by Injunction
Federal Judge Smith McPherson intervened in the Boone saloon dispute. After a bill by Charles Laughrey and W H Cummings, an order restrains Sheriff Hannum County Attorney Cederquist Deputy County Attorney Harper and County Clerk Henning from interfering with the two men’s business. The case for merits is set for July 6 at Red Oak. A prior temporary injunction had closed both saloons.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
News-Republican
Compliment to the Intelligencer in Iowa State College tribute
Hon John A Hull of Boone honors the Ames Intelligencer praising its bright appearance and top weekly quality in a note dated June 18 1910 regarding the Semi Centennial celebration at the site of Iowa State College Ames.
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Ames
John A. Hull
Boone
Iowa State College
Boone, Iowa
Learn to Swim Urged After Surging Drownings
The report details multiple drownings across Iowa as hot weather drives more people to river waters. It urges every boy near deep water to learn swimming, cites the Omaha incident of P A Peterson's son, and calls for school pools and YMCA facilities to reduce future deaths.
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P. A. Peterson
Story City
Missouri
Omaha
Wyoming
Des Moines
Dubuque
Cedar River
Waterloo
Nevada
Methodists Plan Patriotic July 3 Observance
The Methodists will celebrate Sunday July 3 with patriotic services. Dr Crissman will preach morning and evening on the welfare of the nation with patriotic songs by the choir and congregation. Ates will not hold a celebration this year.
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Crissman
Ates
Mr Grant Barker Taken Ill With Inflammatory Rheumatism
Mr Grant Barker became seriously ill a week ago due to inflammatory rheumatism. Local report notes his condition as a sudden health issue affecting mobility and comfort awaiting medical care.
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Grant Barker
Crops Do Fine as Corn Stand Improves Outlook
Weather outlook favors a splendid yield with corn crops improving. The army of corn plow experts reports winning victories over the enemy while potatoes hold their own and hay harvest is upcoming.
Comet of change and the steady light of friendship
A poetic reflection contrasts a blazing comet with a faithful moon light. It warns that sudden spectacle distracts from trusted allies and steady guidance, noting that some bright people depart while true substance endures like the moon.
Iowa Farmers Vote Week Favors Corn Growth and Hay Harvest
Des Moines reports the weather bulletin for June 19 shows a week of warm sunny days, no rain, and five degrees above normal, boosting cornfields and oats. Replanting improved corn stands while east and west counties need showers. early potatoes ready for market. preparations begin for light hay harvest.
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Des Moines
Iowa
George M. Chappe
Weather Bureau
Great Rain Saturday Night Pelted Central Iowa Areas
The Ames region saw a brisk storm with lightning and light hail on Saturday night. While Ames and Scranton reported beneficial downpours, Boone largely missed the rain, and Madrid noted heavy rain with large hail. Down in the Ledges valley campers faced a torrent after midnight, yet the city core escaped the wetting.
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Ames
Boone
the News-Republican
Scranton
Madrid
Ledges Valley
Grinnell Cyclone remembered by Story County residents
Mr. L. L. Wherry recalls the Grinnell Cyclone that swept Story County near Ames twenty eight years ago. He describes damage south of town including Templeton's house and many properties, a timber swath, uprooted trees, and a dirt ditch three feet deep, with a roaring sound like a train.
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Redfield
Grinnell
Story County
Ames
L. L. Wherry
Will J. Gilmore Named Agricultural Engineer in Chicago
Will J. Gilmore holds a post as agricultural engineer with the National Harvester company in Chicago. He assumes duties aimed at advancing farm machinery and crop productivity.
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Will J. Gilmore
Chicago
The
National Harvester Company
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Mr. Lincoln
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