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Newspaper
Ames Intelligencer
Location
Ames, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 05, 1893
Page
2
A scanned ballot snippet lists candidates for governor lieutenant governor judge superintendent of public instruction railroad commissioner and other county offices. Names include FRANK D. JACKSON WARREN DUNGANS GILFORD ROBINSON and others with party or district notes and scattered figures.
A commentator argues the public does not seek repeal of the Federal Elections Bill and notes it consumes Washington's attention while the public shows little demand for its repeal. The piece contrasts views on the president and the election outcome.
In session the Congress wrestles with repealing the Sherman bill only through a compromise measure. Statesmen show anxiety for the welfare of the people while seeking a workable substitution.
A reflective piece notes the country heal from a commercial downturn while politicians speak in Washington. It likens recovery to a patient improving when doctors refrain from overreach.
The article notes millionaire Van Alen, now the country’s most famous man, gave $50,000 to the Democrat campaign fund and claims it secures him influence over the Italian mission. Some Democrats dispute this claim, saying money is his sole qualification for the position.
Reports describe a tidal wave type storm that struck southern Louisiana and nearby islands on Sunday. It caused widespread destruction with many homes ruined and loss of life. isolation of islands hindered rescue efforts, with some lives potentially saved with quicker response.
Hon. Frank D. Jackson the republican governor hopeful pursues a steady canvass, drawing good audiences and favorable reactions despite opposition from the Leader and Cedar Rapids Gazette. He delivers strong addresses and upholds the party's cause in a first class manner.
The Maxwell Tribune released its long promised Farmers Edition a week ago. The forty page issue showcases editor Shepherd’s enterprise and printer’s skill, a splendid volume that will appreciate online over time. Readers should preserve this valuable edition.
The Chicago Tribune notes a grim pattern of lynchings in the South with 25 killings, 24 of them Black, in a single period and no Northern equivalent. The piece argues lynching stems from racial injustice, political oppression, and disfranchisement, predicting further barbarism if unchecked.
The Harper's Bazaar editor muses on shifting fashion tastes as dated gowns return in new forms. The piece cites changing hair styles, collars, pins, and trims showing how what’s “in” today becomes tomorrow’s humor and how even independent women adapt.
A fashion essay traces gradual style changes from neck adornments to outerwear, praising enduring shapes like princess gowns and sailor hats while noting a surge in female cultivation. It cites Hugo and Yale to argue 19th century is woman’s century, then previews fall jackets, double skirts, godets, directoire revers, and McDowell fashion publications with paper pattern models for economical dressing.
Iowa women’s Christian Temperance Union members reaffirm unwavering support for prohibition. They urge citizens to oppose repeal or modification, citing the saloon as harmful to homes and civilization, and pledge to influence votes to protect the prohibitory law.
The October Romance issue features hunting tales and field adventures on the cover under the Hunter's Moon. It includes translations from Erckmann Chatran and others, a Duchess of Hungerford love story, American tales by Larned Williams Robertson Candee, and Romance Publishing Company details.
The Zearing Enterprise notes Hotel Zearing has strong fall business with full houses most nights. Hog shipments volume hints at large regional sales. A new Pension Examiners board in Nevada includes Drs Hatch er of Maxwell Merryman and Richmond of Ames. Michael See of Illinois Grove dies at 65.
The Ladies Cemetery Society has funded a new stone fence on the south side of the Nevada cemetery. The improved ground is now free from grass and debris, and the project is praised by locals. Rev. A B Shrader of Cedar Rapids delivers the opening address on Tuesday evening Oct 3.
Lars Valen, sixteen, worked on a Kelley area farm and died after falling from a wagon last Thursday. He later died at home after medical aid failed. Funeral was held Monday at the Lutheran cemetery near Kelly. Wm Johnson of Fort Benton Montana visits his parents nearby on a two week trip from the World's Fair. Bethlehem congregation at Slater unanimously called Rev N B Tvedt as minister replacing Rev H C Holm who resigned for Eagle Grove.
Alba Hall of Ames shakes hands with local residents in Nevada. Rev G H Schnur resigns from Nevada and Johnson Grove Lutheran churches due to health, with next field undecided. War on sin planned by Collins M E society. Viggo Jensen suffers severe accident, leading to foot amputation. Mrs Elizabeth Grinde dies in Story City after two year illness.
The Greatest celebration in the history of the World’s Columbian Exposition will occur October 9 in Chicago Day. The North-Western Line sells excursion tickets at the lowest rates ever for World’s fair events. Tickets available October 6, 7, and 8 with liberal return limits. Apply to Chicago & North-Western Bay agents for details.
Marsh Johnson and Lot Reynolds build new homes south of the coal shaft road. Hutchison Bros. of Zenorville buy prospecting rights on Mr. Flatbeau’s farm. Mrs. Flatbeau and Willie return from Palo Alto county visit. J Q Jacobson and Sam Anderson back from four months in Norway. Jensen Flatbeau and Jen Hanson hunt at Mudlake. Kneut Robertson laid up with rheumatism. Johnson school house services held last Sabbath by Rev. Day with another service planned in two weeks at 3 pm.
A Danish Western separator built by A. H. Reid of Philadelphia enters the creamery with a 4000 pounds per hour capacity. Other items note new dairy student arrivals, seed corn gathering, Morrill Hall heating readiness, football plans with Grinnell, and shifts in campus life including receptions and medical study.
A claim that the original autograph of Beethovens Moonlight sonata has been found in Berlin and shows variations from the published piece circulated. The report notes the discovery amidst various odds and ends including hoarded artifacts and land open for settlement in Kansas.
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