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Newspaper
Ames Intelligencer
Location
Ames, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 13, 1890
Page
2
Informed readers are reminded no paper service is provided to any county seat outside those who pay in advance. The notice cites policy by editor K Wilson and the publishing staff.
Robert Clark recalls earning the nickname Bullet-Nosed Bob after a mining trip with Will Riggs. A misadventure with a stubborn burro named Santie ends with a broken nose and a draw after a pistol-slinging standoff. Erastus Gurley causes a cafe scene by feigning appetites in French menu humor.
The Chicago charity ball at the Auditorium led hotelier Bemis to offer to turn over all receipts to the hospital. He sent a 570 contribution after managers asked. The regular caterer sought to outdo, offering leftover quail, but the doctor’s reply was not recorded.
In a 19th century exchange a collector asks about settling an account. Gazzam declines to pay with paper money, citing doctors' warnings that influenza microbes may cling to banknotes and that gold coins should be used, reflecting era concerns about disease transmission.
A brief on a Texas youth shooting program highlights aims to teach safe practices and marksmanship under guidance of local coaches. Community supporters emphasize skill development and responsible handling of firearms.
The speaker urges reform in ballot and railway issues, critiques the prohibition law, and calls for fair representation, improved higher education funding, and practical liquor regulation. He argues for a license system tailored to local needs, stricter controls, and treatment for habitual intoxication, tying these to state prosperity.
A discussion on ballot reform cites the integrity of the electorate as essential to a republic. It argues that universal suffrage risks corruption and calls for secret ballots to prevent outside influence and bribery at the polls.
A historical article argues for state oversight of railroad rates to prevent abuse while acknowledging railways' essential role in Iowa’s development. It calls for fair charges, safe operations, reasonable dividends on actual capital, and strong passenger and worker protections to spur regional growth and protect public interests.
A critical view of Iowa pharmacy regulations argues the statute heavily burdens pharmacists selling medicinal alcohol. The writer condemns pervasive restrictions compared to other trades and urges the state to reform or abolish the liquor sale provisions for a more reputable framework.
The article discusses the contentious issue of liquor laws, arguing that strict penalties alone fail to curb intemperance. It notes diverse public opinion, cultural differences, and the futility of heavy-handed legislation. It cites observed failures of enforcement and shifts in behavior in large cities.
A discussion of taxation as a sovereign prerogative, comparing direct taxes and tariffs. It argues that any system taking from one class to aid another is unfair, and notes burdens fall unevenly, with protective tariffs harming Iowa and raising prices while aiding manufacturers.
The passage asserts Iona’s duty to fair, economical governance, education funding, honoring veterans, aiding the unfortunate, and fostering key industries. It warns that neglect by officials harms the state, while true adherence and liberal, just laws promise a brighter future, with blame on custodians if standards fall short.
A playful Q A exchange pairs puns with U S state names and common items. Answers mix geography and everyday objects, yielding humorous results like New New hampshire and Maryland, with lines such as washing done and cane took, eh reflecting lighthearted wordplay.
A historical sermon-like tally argues earth’s 1.3 billion population split into 300 million Christians and 1 billion others. It claims 159 billion souls in hell and only 18 billion saved, with Calvinist doubts leaving Heaven at about 1.8 billion.
A customer in a drug store asks for about ten grains of quinine mixed in four ounces of whisky claiming a doctor advised quinine to beat malaria. Clerk explains quinine is out and a car-load is on the way. Customer presses for eight ounces of whisky to combat malaria. Epoch report.
A Florida steamer moves through dense river fog as a cautious captain explains they cannot risk navigation until the boilers burst. A curious tourist presses for ahead travel but retires to his cabin, and the voyage continues under starry skies.
A Denver informant recalls a hurricane that lifted a heavy locomotive and cars off the track. The storm pales beside the sea captain who required two men to grip his whiskers to endure the gale.
Quoted thoughts on memory and emotions from Dr. J W. Alexander. The speaker notes that living without painful recollection yields happiness, with reflections shaping the emotional tone of life. He contrasts simplicity with modern trends and hints at views on theology and progress.
A narrative contrasts Grant’s simple field life with courtly centers. It notes his plain dress and meals, absence of wine, preference for plain food, hard marching endurance, and restraint under fatigue. It recalls his early camp habits, practical meals, and lack of ceremony during the Civil War.
In a Tusculum excursion a donkey guides the tour with expert knowledge of viewpoints. The guide, irate at praise for the animal, insists he alone shows the views and declares the donkey an ass. He resents the donkey for shared acclaim.
A readerish estimate divides the world’s population into about 1.45 billion people, with Asia housing 800 million, Europe 320 million, Africa 210 million, the Americas 110 million, and islands 10 million. It notes skin color divisions and clothing practices, counting 500 million well clothed, 250 million naked, and 700 to 900 million covering only the midsections.
The statement highlights a stark housing crisis with 500 million living in houses, 700 million in huts and caves, and 250 million having virtually no shelter at all, underscoring widespread homelessness and insecure housing conditions worldwide.
A Washington corresp describes the Riggs House entry man’s doubt about Miss Susan B Anthony and the suffrage movement. He says Anthony is allegedly in but in a prolonged meeting, while political proceedings and nominee lists unfold elsewhere. The report mixes social commentary with legislative notes from the same era.
The Boston Transcript describes a pocketbook theft tactic where a male thief uses a female accomplice to block or distract a victim. The victim’s distraction, whether pity or indignation, masks the theft as the purse or bag is cut or snatched while attention is elsewhere. Detectives are urged to watch for women suddenly drawn to shopwindow displays triggering crowd movement.
Peter Lechner lives year after year in a round tower atop Somblick Mountain in the Austrian Alps, the highest meteorological station in Europe. For months he sees no one except a Christmas visit, and he transmits readings to Vienna for 200 dollars a year.
In a dialogue from the Arkansaw Traveler Gabson and Blukins discuss a church scene. They wonder who the elderly man Japple is and whether he truly stands as a pillar or merely sleeps, reflecting a humorous take on reputation and visibility in religious spaces.
Willie Travis compliments Miss Northcote for not showing artful traits. Miss Orthcote counters that she does painting and music and writing. He blurts that her brother called her the most artless girl he had met.
Blanche inquires about Maude's wedding trip with Niagara experiences described as new and remarkable. Maude notes her husband found the journey repetitive and old, having traveled the route many times.
The orator discusses the national flag symbols the red stripes the emblem of valor the white emblem of purity and the blue field with stars as the arch of heaven. He praises the United States as the freest government on earth and presents a flat to Bangor describing the flag’s meaning.
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