Outdated Legislation Critics Grow Weaker in Practice
Legislation once praised by the commonwealth armies remains sound in theory but shows wear in practice and has fallen out of favor with the public as time passes.
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Newspaper
Ames Intelligencer
Location
Ames, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 10, 1894
Page
2
National School of Electricity Nears Possibility
A national school of electricity with city branches could form from the electrical display at last summer's exposition, signaling a major educational development across the country.
Kansas Weather Event Leaves Mark on Cattle Losses
A recent Kansas water spout and exceptionally long hail bolts caused widespread disruption and cattle fatalities. Residents describe the event as memorable and indicative of future big changes for the state.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kansas
Appointment to District of Columbia committee praised by Speaker Crisp
Speaker Crisp named Capt. Hull a member of the District of Columbia committee. The appointment is important as the committee plays a role similar to a city council for the district.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Crisp
Capt. Hull
District of Columbia
Mystery toastmaster Maher vanishes at Ann Arbor banquet
In Ann Arbor Michigan Student Maher who was to act as toast master at a Freshman banquet disappeared as did recent I A C men. He was found on a porch insensible and when revived refused to squeal on anyone.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ann Arbor
Michigan
Maher
Figure of Coxey’s Army Leader Attacked by Capital
The piece labels Carl Browne as the disputed marshal of Coxey’s army a former Atlantic Iowa sign painter who would not work when he had money for whisky. It accuses him of lacking character and harming the labor cause.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Carl Browne
Coxey’s Army
Atlantic
Iowa
Colonel Henderson of Dubuque Faces Prolonged Illness
Col. D. B. Henderson of Dubuque remains quite ill after a severe operation on his wounded leg. Friends hope for a speedy and complete recovery and relief from pain for many years to come.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
D. B. Henderson
Dubuque
Breckenridge Opens Re election Campaign in Lexington
Col Breckenridge of Kentucky launched his bid for another term in congress last Saturday in Lexington. He spoke to a large crowd that favored his friends but received a cool reception overall. The Courier Journal’s opposition heightens his risk of losing his seat.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Col. Breckenridge
Kentucky
Congress
Lexington
Courier-Journal
State Fish Commissioner Denies Early Fishing Law
Gro. E. Delavan, state fish commissioner, states a circulated piece claiming fishing after May 1 is lawful is incorrect. It remains unlawful to catch pike pickerel bass crappies perch or any game fish before May 15 in any manner.
Labor Federation seeks California colonization plan for fruit belt homes
The Federation of Labor sends a committee to California to study a colonization plan that would provide homes and jobs for American workers in the fruit belt. Advocates say urban relocation is practical and beneficial, potentially sparking a broad rural shift.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
Federation of Labor
California
Fruit Belt
Premium list for 41st state fair released
The premium list of the 41st annual state fair announces dates from August 31 to September 7. New attractions include unusual premiums and a three day trap shooting contest. Des Moines Kennel Club adds a dog show and the W C T U offers a school of methods led by noted women reformers. The fair aims to surpass past years and inspire pride in Lowans.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Des Moines Kennel Club
Lowa
Dispensary ruling upholds prohibitory law and Iowa flags plan
The South Carolina Supreme Court declares the dispensary law unconstitutional but enforces the prohibitory statute with no state authority to issue licenses. Iowa soldiers may return battle flags by August 1 to Des Moines for display. Also noted are Wilson's Creek battle date, J. P. Farley’s death, Boone fire bug incidents, and damages totaling about 50 000 dollars.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Supreme Court of
South Carolina
State Capitol
Des Moines
Wilson’s Creek
Iowa Infantry
Lyon
Trumbull Ill With Brights Disease in Chicago Home
Gen Mathew M Trumbull an English native and former Dubuque resident is seriously ill at his Chicago home with Brights disease. He first served in 1861 with the 3d Iowa Infantry, later organized the 9th Iowa Cavalry, and earned brigadier general for heroism at Shiloh. He also fought in the Mexican War, born 1826, came to America in 1847.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mathew M. Trumbull
England
Dubuque
Bright
Chicago
3D Iowa Infantry
9Th Iowa Cavalry
Shiloh
Convicted Des Moines Killer Frank Pierce Loses Appeal
Frank Pierce, long denounced figure in Des Moines, was convicted and sentenced to four and a half years in the penitentiary for the murder of Officer Wishart. The supreme court affirmed the sentence on Tuesday, and barring bond forfeiture no parole is expected from Gov. Jackson.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank Pierce
Des Moines
Officer Wishart
Supreme Court
Gov. Jackson
Populist Congress Seats Debated After Simpson Ill
The piece notes Kansas Populist Jerry Simpson is ill and Mrs. Lease may run for his seat if he dies. Capt. Osborne, former Ames resident, seeks Congress from the same district. Gen. Weaver was said to move there, with Osborne claiming about one hundred residents could fill the seat as well.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jerry Simpson
Kansas
Lease
Simpson
Capt. Osborne
Ames
Congress
Gen. Weaver
Osborne
Ames Visitor’s Bloodthirsty Prediction Surfaces
Secretary of State Osborn of Kansas warned that Coxey and Browne would trigger an uprising with fires and destruction at the next election. He claimed farmers are arming and selling stock to buy Winchesters as mechanics follow suit. The remark contrasts his mild appearance with violent rhetoric observed during a visit to Ames in late March.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Osborn
Kansas
Coxey and Browne
Atlantic
Pacific
Winchesters
Ames
New York Women Rally to End Male Voter Requirement
In Albany the state constitutional convention debates removing the word male from voter qualifications. New York City women lead lively demonstrations and Susan B Anthony supporters campaign across forty five counties, while opponents organize as well.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Albany
Susan By Anthony
Senate tariff debate promises extended partisan sparring
The Tariff bill discussion in the Senate grows warmer with wide-ranging talk and Senate courtesy allowing a prolonged debate. The Wilson bill may be heavily amended by the Senate before passage and returning to the House for further action.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Senate
House
Steerage Fares Fall Amid Rate Fight Between Steamship Lines
U.S. to Europe steerage prices drop as competition halves rates with $14.00 New York to Queenstown touted in Chicago. Lines claim steerage travel to Europe is up about 50 percent from last year as many foreigners return home due to U.S. job shortages.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
U.S
Europe
New York
Queenstown
Chicago
Steamship Lines
Ex-State Dairy Commissioner Tupper accused in Ames dairy charge
A sensational claim in Farm and Dairy of Ames charges ex State Dairy Commissioner Tupper with selling eleomar garine in violation of the law. The charge rests on Hon Daniel Sheehan Osage a member of the State Agricultural Society. It is believed dairymen have long suspected Tupper.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Farm and Dairy
Ames
Tupper
Daniel Sheehan
Osage
State Agricultural Society
Times- Republican
Miners' Strike Shrinks Coal Supply Across States
A wide soft coal miners strike in Illinois, Ohio, Indiana and nearby states tightens fuel supply and drives up prices. If prolonged it could disrupt boilers in water works and factories, threaten electric plants, and halt locomotive operations as rail service falters.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Illinois
Ohio
Indiana
National A P A Meeting in Des Moines Report
Reports from last week’s National A P A meeting in Des Moines describe secret deliberations and a generally innocent tone. Observers note the group aims to oppose foreign influences in politics and suggest scrutiny of state naturalization laws, while noting public perception links the order to opposition to the Roman Catholic church.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Des Moines
Kelley’s flotilla becomes a navy on Des Moines river
The force of 134 boats and about 1000 men began their journey down the Des Moines toward the Mississippi. If weather holds, the voyage promises a hearty picnic with ample food and light work. Russ Miller and Ben Keeney saw them off. Miller suspects many see it as a mere picnic.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kelley
Des Moines
Mississippi
Russ Miller
Ben Keeney
Russ
Coxey Brown and Jones Convicted for Capitol Grounds Offense
Coxey Brown and Jones of the industrial army were found guilty in Washington on charges of carrying banners onto capitol grounds. Coxey and Brown also faced grass-walking convictions. A new trial motion was filed and four days were given to file papers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Coxey
Brown
Jones
Industrial Army
Washington
Capitol
Coxey and Brown
Gen
Randall
Indiana
Campus sports and society notes highlight week
Attendance at 5.8 is up while many go downtown to beat Dr Evans. A baseball game between our college and Grinnell is set for next Saturday. Fishing and botany trend upward as the fad party stands out. Oats look well and the missionary topic was Mistaken view of the state of the heathen. The Cedar Rapids Republican editor visited and praised Cedar Rapids growth. A Friday musicale drew high praise. The Athletic Association begins field day preparations. Fruit prospects are poorer than in years.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Y.M
Dr. Evans
Grinnell
Oddities Social and Local Notices From Ames
Rev Cheeks preached last Sabbath funeral sermon for Horace Robinson who died of diphtheria. Mrs Olinson and daughter ill. Linnie Rainbolt recovered from lung fever. Dr Harriman attended. Posts about photos of children, plans to move to Jewell Junction to start harness shop, visit from Kansas City Grain firm couple, Paul McFarland's trip to Des Moines, Stuart in Boone. Gilbert house addition, new frame house north town, unnamed railroad worker owner. Oddity social next Tuesday at Gilbert hall with twine game and free supper. proceeds fund C P Sunday school library.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cheeks
Horace Robinson
B. Olinson
Linnie Rainbolt
Dr. Harriman
Gilbert Hall
C. P
U. B
Messrs. Gear and Baker
Nevada
Mollie Child
Ragged Meg
Rain and social notices in Ames region update
The Ames area reports mixed rain and hail through Sunday to Wednesday night. Local movement includes Mr John Olson relocating to Kelley and Rev H E Warner visiting J J Wiltse's. Church groups plan fundraisers and reading-material drives for prisoners, with meetings and socials announced by several local churches.
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Bales
the Pruggist
Builders Hardware
Martin
W. Dudgeon
Bales Drug Store
C. W. Duperon
Adams Bros
L. M. Bosworth
the Intelligencer
People’s Advocate
Boone
Gov. Rich
John Patton, Jr
Grand Rapids
Senator Stockbridge
Patton
Hall. Baldwin
Kansas City
Iowa City
St. Jo
W. H. Harrison
Patrick Day
State Fish Commissioner
Merchant Tailors
Tilden’s New Clothing Store
Voss
Kintzley
John
Story County
J. P. Farley
Tennessee
A. Locke
Boone Democrat
College Notes
Budd
Capitol City
Cedar Falls
G. Lee
L. Campbell
W. L. Meinzer
IL. A. C
Cedar Rapids
the Athletic Association
Gn & Sanoomn
People
Hamilton & Co
Whitaker & Kerr
Regulator
Detroit
H. D. Miller
Registe Pharm
Gilbert Gleanings
Paul McFarlan
A. A. Stuart
E. P. Gilbert
John Olson
E. O. Robinson
Jennie Wiltse
H. E. Warner
Mr. Hubbard
J. J. Wiltse
Logansport
Rankin
Opera House
Hoyt
Christian Church
C. E. Society
Baptist S. S
Lyman Crane
Anamosa
U. P. S.C. E. of the Christian Church
H. ©. Hawley
M. E
Mr. Evans
M. Hemstreet
Ames Lowa
New Bakery
ITD
Perkins
Town
T. W. Sheldos
Nobby Suit
Cramer Bro
Mimuekahta
Hot Springs
South Dakota
W. A. Thrail
Chicago & North- Western Railway
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