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Newspaper
Ames Intelligencer
Location
Ames, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 30, 1901
Page
6
The Hartford Times discusses the ruffed grouse drumming. Birds repair to treetrunks for mating calls and drum with wing and air, a sound debated for years whether vocal or wing impact. The exact mechanism remains unsettled despite rapid wing movement.
A naval lieutenant leaves for a three year assignment, leaving his wife in a Brooklyn flat with a baby. Dinah the colored maid sobs over her own feelings, saying she fears a “colored gentleman friend” may marry his sweetheart aboard the same cruiser.
An Exchange column debunks claims about certain foods: fish as brain fuel is questioned while salt fish and cod are praised for low cost and nourishment. Oysters, turtle soup, and frogs legs are deemed low in nutritional value and not worth their price. canned salmon is presented as a practical staple for budget households.
A German violinist visiting a suburban town faced silence after performing a master piece. The host urged the guest to play again, as neighbors noted the awkward pause and the event ended with disappointment at the muted reception.
An exchange from the Washington Star features a convivial but ill bred speaker and Mr. Meckton discussing staying out late. He mentions being out at 2 30 a m to check if a back gate remained from slamming, revealing a nocturnal escapade.
A Philadelphia Record item notes Nell bragged about being a charter member of the Woman's Suffrage club, though she seems less proud now. Belle says she was proud too, but the club formed 15 years ago and she was at least 20 when she joined.
The article lists five U.S. geographical divisions: the north Atlantic group, the south Atlantic group, the north central group, the south central group, and the western group.
A Kentucky attorney extols Mother's Friend as the greatest remedy for expectant mothers. He notes three children and says before the last birth his wife used four bottles, claiming the youngest child is the healthiest and finest looking.
An advertisement extols Mother's Friend liniment to ease labor, reduce distress, and aid rapid recovery for mothers and their babies. It claims the product prevents suffering, keeps the mother calm, and that the child inherits strength. Sold by druggists for $1 a bottle from The Bradfield Regulator Co Atlanta GA with a free illustrated book for expectant mothers.
The Chicago and North Western and Union Pacific announce summer sale terms for trips from Chicago to Denver Colorado Springs Pueblo Glenwood Springs and to Ogden Salt Lake City. Tiered rates apply with multiple sale windows from June through October and stop over rules. Special services include Chicago Special Pacific Express and Overland Limited with travel times to Denver and Utah.
Excursion tickets priced at 1.11 dollars for travel from Ames to Des Moines and return via the North Western Line. Tickets on sale May 20 and 21 and valid only for return by May 23 due to the prohibition state convention. Apply to Chicago and North Western Railway agents.
A playful line laments the modern finance coverage, noting that Wall Street chatter lacks the classic heroic rhythm once found in baseball legends like Mantle. The piece suggests a lighter, more human approach to market stories.
An advertising notice from Tilden and Loughran promotes Foley’s Kidney Cure claiming it restores health and energy when illness causes kidney distress. The copy targets general weakness and urges readers to try the tonic.
Notice to parties with a book account or other debt to Tinpen and LOUGHRAN to call at once and arrange immediate settlement.
Henry R. Richards of Willseyville New York reports a year long breast sore finally cured after using Banner Salve. He states relief came after applying about half a box and urges others to try the product.
A reflective piece argues that true beauty lies in actions, while justice remains defined by consistent, fair conduct. It links aesthetic standards to ethical behavior, urging harmony between appearance and integrity.
The Iowa Central Railway announces very low fares to Buffalo N Y for travel from May 15 to Sept 30 1901. For routes rates and Pan American Exposition information contact any Iowa Central agent or Geo S Batty G P and T A Marshalltown Iowa.
A sack of Colorado Snow Flake Flour is recorded as sold by T. J. Mitter & Son. The notice lists the grain product and supplier in a brief trade entry.
A New York Times recollection shares how a highly cautious mother treated her scarlet fever ill child. She recalls daily skin shedding removal with bare hands and shaking debris out the window, insisting on preventing contagion despite then limited sanitary knowledge.
A rector and a woman discuss seating in a row near the door of a church. She insists on a seat for herself because she fears being seen from behind by others. The rector jokes that all seats are free while she explains her reason about a small wisp of hair at the back of her head.
A real estate agent at a social gathering sang Home Sweet Home and urged investment in homes on terms within 12 minutes of the city. He claimed the company offers affordable homes and strong investment chances for all.
The tiger symbol for Tammany Hall traces to the 1850s when William M. Tweed, then foreman of the Big Six Fire company, admired a Bengal tiger image. Tweed adopted it for the Americas club, and the emblem quickly gained acceptance across Tammany.
The article notes that British peers wear coronets only at coronations. At the moment the archbishop of Canterbury crowns the sovereign, every peer present dons his coronet.
Advertisement invites travelers to Northwestern Iowa Southwestern Minnesota and South Dakota lands with excursion tickets at One Fare plus 2. Tickets available on the first and third Tuesdays with 21 day limit for Burlington Cedar Rapids Northern Railway routes via Abbott Shell Rock and Waverly. Full information from Messrs Heston & Brooks Cedar Rapids Industrial and Immigration Agent. Contacts John G. Farmer A G P and T A BC R & N Ry Cedar Rapids IA.
A patient from Birkbeck Illinois reports severe kidney trouble and back pain. After taking Foley's Kidney Cure as advertised, he claims full recovery and high recommendation. The testimonial is presented by Loughran and Bauer, agents for a local insurer.
The Des Moines Daily News enlarges to eight pages and full Associated Press telegraphic service while maintaining a yearly $1 subscription. Other rates are 75 cents for six months and 50 cents for eight months. Circulation exceeds 29,000. Address The News Des Moines Iowa.
An advertisement for DeWitt’s Little Early Risers pills from Loughran and Bauer touts removing impurities and cleansing the bowels improving regularity. It presents a medical health claim for a patent medicine.
A Cleveland Plain Dealer quip recalls an Italian tenor boasting a mattress stuffed with laurel wreaths awarded for his triumphs. The remark jokes that such wealth of honors should justify retirement.
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