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Newspaper
Ames Intelligencer
Location
Ames, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 31, 1900
Page
5
In a Washington letter, Senator Shoup is profiled as a bold frontier figure. The recounting recalls his fearlessness in Indian campaigns, a famous 1870s engagement, and a parley that led to capturing 1,100 Apache and the marauders, with Custer noted for comparison.
A simple home tip recommends rubbing vaseline over flatirons before closing the house for summer to prevent rust. The note emphasizes preventive care for metal items stored during a long absence.
Iowa State notes the Cornell college conservatory festival in Mount Vernon featuring Handel Messiah sung by a 115-voice Oratorio Society with soloists Glenn Hall Corrine Moore Lawson Mary Louise Clary and Carl Dufft. A 20-piece Chicago Symphony Orchestra and Arthur Dunham accompanied at the organ. Prof. Charles H. Adams conducted.
A riot at Givin near Oskaloosa leads to the instant death of Wadle Edgar a colored miner from Hocking. Eight men are jailed for the crime and authorities continue a vigorous search for other participants. The disturbance began in Givin.
J A Gregory, known outlaw, received a 20 year term in Fort Madison prison from Judge Smith in Council Bluffs. He was convicted as an habitual criminal, the first to be sentenced under the state habitual criminal act.
Harold Dennison nine and George Lewis ten drowned while swimming in the Floyd river at Sioux City. Dennison became exhausted and Lewis, not a strong swimmer, tried to assist his companion and both failed to resurface.
South African Republic envoys will visit Davenport as local leaders prepare a civic welcome. Davenport has contributed 3400 dollars to the Boer relief fund and plans a strong reception for the visitors.
Mrs. M. Lloyd Kennedy, a Sioux City attorney, receives appointment as a member of the examining board of the state university law department. The honor marks a first for an Iowa woman.
The Cedar Rapids Fair and Driving association filed articles with the secretary of state showing a capital stock of 10 000 dollars. The Chicago Alumni club of Cornell college banquet honored Gov Leslie M Shaw at the Auditorium hotel in Chicago. The Iowa City post office was raised to second class, Harrison in Marion county got a new postmaster John B Williamson, and Farmer City post office in Fremont county was discontinued with mail to Imogene. A Clarion district court verdict awarded Anna Padelford 2000 dollars for a defective sidewalk injury in Eagle Grove. The People's Savings Bank of Pella increased capital from 20000 to 25000 dollars. West Des Moines won the state high school meet championship cup in Council Bluffs with 36 points.
A jury reportedly sealed its verdict after a night’s sleep and returned rested. The article touts Hostetter's Stomach Bitters as a remedy for insomnia and digestive issues, claiming it improves stomach health and promotes sound sleep.
An actor touring Ireland recounts a Dublin hotel waiter’s quip about home rule. The waiter jokes that France Russia Germany Austria and perhaps Italy would need to unite to defeat the English, then adds with a wink that even a grand navy could not achieve it. The tale reflects Irish sentiment with humor and sly realism.
One hundred dollar reward offered for an incurable catarrh case by Hall's Catarrh Cure. F. J. Cheney & Co. claim honesty and solvency with 15 years of service. West Truax and Walding Kinnan Marvin endorse the firm. Cure taken internally, 75 cents per bottle, sold by all druggists with free testimonials.
A Boston parent reflects on how allowing a child to choose playmates leads to feared changes. He recalls permitting a person to mingle with street boys and reports the child soon asked questions full of casuistry, despite hereditary concerns and careful home training.
Via Chicago Union Pacific and Northwestern Line the Colorado Special departs at 10:00 AM, arrives Denver at 1:20 PM the next day, with Colorado Springs and Manitou the same evening. No car changes. Dining Cars serve all meals. A second fast train at 10:30 PM daily. New book Colorado mailed on four cents postage. Ticket offices listed in Chicago.
A San Francisco Bulletin note says forty five trumpeters accompany the Abyssinian king, while one man may be heard without tooting his own horn. The remark highlights quiet influence amid ceremonial splendor.
An advertisement extols Grain-O as a non upsetting grain based coffee substitute. It claims to calm nerves aid digestion and provide health and strength while imitating the taste and appearance of real coffee at a good price. The pitch urges readers to ask their grocer for Grain-O.
A Philadelphia Press snippet shows a stern mother pressing her daughter about how many times a kiss occurred. The daughter admits uncertainty and jokes about being bad at mental arithmetic, reflecting a domestic tension.
Shake into your shoes Allen's Foot-Ease powder for feet. It relieves corns itching swollen hot callous smarting sore and sweating feet. Available at all druggists and shoe stores. 2c sample sent free address Allen Olmsted Le Roy NY.
The Buffalo News quotes a comedian noting hearty laughs tonight and a critic replying that any humor works if the audience is in a good mood. The exchange captures a playful clash over what makes comedy successful.
An old medical advert notes a gentle bowel and liver stimulant priced at 25 and 50 cents. It claims to ease headaches and promote health with daily use. The product is presented without dosage specifics or medical endorsement.
Product claim states that sweat and fruit acids will not discolor ods dyed with Putnam Fape ess Dyzs and that the item is sold by all druggists.
A Parson, Kansas advertisement offers twenty dollars weekly to a man or woman with a rig to introduce a poultry mixture. Respond by sending a stamped reply for terms. Excelsior Mfg. Co. of Parsons places the notice.
An advertisement promotes Glenn's Sulphur Soap and Hill's Hair and Whisker Dye in black or brown, highlighting the advantages of sulphur soap and urging readers to try the products. The copy includes a humorous quote about wind and a promotional tagline.
A vintage notice invites readers to mail details of required binder twine in sisal standard or manila to Sears Roebuck Co Binder Twine Dept in Chicago. The firm promises to quote a price that may secure the order or force the competing seller to match or beat it.
The Chicago Evening News recounts a rumor about an old tom cat who once fled at the sight of a kitten. Now he can race along the alley by himself, a change noted by observers.
An advertisement claims Kemp's Balsam stops coughing instantly and urges readers to visit their druggist for a sample bottle free. It markets large bottles at 25 and 50 cents and warns that delays are dangerous.
A pamphlet titled Summer Homes for 1900 promotes Lake Country destinations in Illinois Wisconsin and Michigan. It mentions Fox Lake Waukesha Oconomowoc Bates The Dells Auburn Elkhart Madison Minocqua Star Lake Tenac White Bear Minnetonka and Lake Superior. Copies cost four cents postage and are available from Ian Heafford general passenger agent at Colony Building Chicago IL.
Brief ad listing Venison Yale Rec ord and Piso's Cure for Consumption as an infallible medicine for coughs and colds. Signed by N. W. Samuel of Ocean Grove New Jersey dated February 17, 1900.
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