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Newspaper
Ames Intelligencer
Location
Ames, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 01, 1903
Page
2
The Bulletin of Iowa State Institutions reports a two year net increase of 611 in all state institutions under the board of control. Excluding penitentiaries, the total rise is 642 while penitentiaries show a decrease of 22. Details follow by institution.
Six Baptist Publication Society chapel cars operate in Indian Territory Texas Colorado Wisconsin Michigan and Oregon. About 1.5 million women study in the United States mission course this year. Longtime organist Benjamin H. Conant serves in Wenham Massachusetts. Rabbi Charles Fleischer tours North America covering 16279 miles. Pierpont Morgan remains devout at home, while T S Anderson criticizes college athletes from Marinette Wisconsin pulpit. Charles Marsh refuses eastern baseball salary and takes Rockwell Iowa pastorate. Vatican heritage disputes over Abbe Miloni legacy of 80000 with papal procurator Ramyella opposing heirs. contest promises lengthy legal debate.
A compact weekly digest summarizes home and abroad items from the past seven days. It covers industrial developments personal and political items and notable happenings locally and internationally.
John Alexander Dowie of Zion City Illinois secured twenty thousand dollars to aid the movement for the invasion of New York City by Zion hosts. The report lists other world events including the Consolidated Lake Superior company wreck and various political and legal developments across the United States.
Col C V Deland dies in Jackson Michigan at home. Mark Smith the Mikado Pooh Bah dies in New York at 48. Colorado populists nominate Judge Frank W Owers for justice of the supreme court. Greater New York democracy backs fusion ticket headed by Seth Low for mayor. Gov Yates of Illinois seeks another term. John Chrapsey dies in St Paul at 104. Edward Overton dies in Towanda at 67. Alson B Sherman former Chicago mayor dies in Waukegan at 92. William Macabee marks 100th birthday in Philadelphia. Charles B Farwell dies in Lake Forest at 80. Caleb L Weems nominated for congress in Sixteenth Ohio. New York fusion tickets renominated in city. Col John L Clem marries Elizabeth Sullivan in San Antonio.
The Panama canal treaty is dead as the ratification period has expired. A fresh proposal is awaited by Washington. Ten fishermen died when a boat capsized in Killim Bay near Waterville Ireland.
Chicago marks its 100th year with a daytime blaze display using 8 000 pounds of red fire and the dedication of nine historical tablets. Firemen and police supervise the ceremony as the city glows, while other items note events from Ray Ealer’s death to political and international updates.
Miss Daisy Dinwiddie daughter of the late Maj. W A Dinwiddie receives word from Virginia attorneys that she is a direct heir to the large Dinwiddie timber estate near Purcellville Virginia. The land’s court sale is ordered for next June with proceeds to be divided among heirs including her brother.
Retail grocers across Iowa press a campaign to change exemption from execution for debt to allow garnishment of wages for married men earning over eight dollars weekly. Current law restricts garnishment to wages or services owed beyond three months, effectively blocking wage garnishment of married men. Merchants statewide back the effort with support from retailers.
The Kossuth county supervisors approve changes unlike other Iowa boards. They will charge banks a minimum interest rate on county deposits and have banks cover the cost of the county treasurer's bond, reducing county expenses.
The Northeastern Iowa Teachers Association holds its annual meeting in Mason City on October 15 16 and 17. The program promises strong discussions and fine speakers for the sessions.
The King’s Daughters of Iowa outline two days of sessions at Edwards Congregational church in Davenport on October 7. The Davenport City Union of King’s Daughters will entertain delegates, with a large number expected for the convention’s program.
In Calhoun county about 25 damage suits totaling near 50 000 dollars have been filed against the proposed Purgatory drainage ditch. The 17 mile project runs from the county line north to Twin Lakes and south along Purgatory creek through Center and Sherman townships into Lake Creek.
The piece discusses U.S. rail freight tons per employee, German car capacity tests, and a heroic act by James J. Hill aiding Wisconsin train recovery. It also reports South Carolina Supreme Court reversal in Fulmer v Southern Railway, holding the rail liable for excess fare charges beyond regular fare.
A friend notes a bride to be plans a summer wedding in a higher church tradition. The bride admits, her father aims for a wedding and spire that outshines others, funding a Tribune church project. The exchange hints at social prestige and financial influence shaping the ceremony.
On October 20 the Kansas City Southern Ry Port Arthur Route offers a cheap round trip from Kansas City and Missouri Kansas stations to Lake Charles Shreveport Beaumont Port Arthur. Tickets valid 21 days with stopovers en route, final destination reached within a day of sale. Contact agents Warner Morris for details.
A fragment from Stray Stories reflects a playful exchange about sharing with a razor and relying on strength. The lines evoke a Victim Gracious mood in a casual Prospect setting.
A promotional note from Numitor Gold Mining Co. at 1621 Diversey Blvd Chicago urges investors that savings banks pay 3 percent semiannually and explains a bond issued by the bank with interest refunds and mining stock profits. It claims 80 percent loan options and invites readers to request a booklet.
A fragment from a Philadelphia Press item notes a remark about Freschey and a pony. The overheard quip provoked curiosity about who called it clever, highlighting urban gossip.
Round trip tickets via the Mobile and Xen Railroad will be sold October 20 to New Orleans Mobile Montgomery and other intermediate points at a rate of 16 dollars. The terms include through routes and stopovers as arranged by the A M O R P line.
The item notes public reaction to Chesterine Mc Ranter the tragedian's vacation with a joking remark on whether he enjoyed it. A second line attributes stronger public sentiment to the wider audience.
Advertisement touts a cold cure claiming one day relief with Laxative Bromo Quinine Tablets. It promises refunds by druggists if the remedy fails to cure the cold.
A partial dialogue fragment shows a speaker denying knowledge, expressing sadness, and noting a moment of doubt about marriage. The rough Chicago origin hint appears in the garbled line.
The Chicago and North Western remains the sole double track railway linking Chicago to the Missouri River as officials note potential gains and risks in evolving operations.
A historic testimonial ad claims Dean's Kidney Pills ease back pain swelling and rheumatic symptoms. Read claims from multiple readers including Stephen Schaefer and Mrs Andrews praising relief, improved sleep, and restored energy after free trials.
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