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Newspaper
Ames Intelligencer
Location
Ames, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 23, 1902
Page
5
While serving as consul in Glasgow Bret Harte spent most of his time in London. On a rare Glasgow trip he met a friendly stranger on the train who proved to be a Home Government agent investigating neglect of duty. The agency’s report led to Harte’s replacement and a new appointment.
The passage argues that a bland diet supports gentler behavior and steady character, contrasting meat heavy meals with grain and fruit. It cites William Noyes via Good Housekeeping and notes taste sensitivity improves when avoiding strong flavors, urging simple living in diet, furniture, and clothes.
A Chicago alderman's impecunious constituent asked for a loan of a dollar. The alderman gave a two dollar bill and sent him to buy a fifteen cent cigar and return with the change. The visitor reappeared with eighty five cents and the alderman demanded the reason.
A reflective note praises gardens as a source of comfort. A poor woman cares for a window box of flowers, her happiness blooming with each bud. The teacher urges tending the garden with sunlight and sympathy to foster beautiful deeds and lasting memories.
A Lancet writer notes many cases, even among medical men, where eating less has diminished cold susceptibility. He argues an overload of unnecessary food products acts as a poison to vulnerable organs.
A Philadelphia Press excerpt shows a young matron confessing coldness to John after a dream of him kissing another woman. The mother questions the sentiment while the woman argues her suspicion stems from the dream.
In a light exchange the clergyman asks the Chicago bride if they have wed before. The bride from Chicago confirms “Only twice” before the ceremony proceeds with the Oshkosh groom.
A short humorous note from the Detroit Free Press about a dog named Ilia who quarrels playfully with a mistress over seating, revealing a comic love triangle and canine devotion amid domestic life.
The observed health guidance emphasizes moderation in diet and regular meal times as essential for a well ordered life. These ideas reflect Ladies' Home Journal advice on temperance in eating and disciplined daily routines.
Iowa farmers are invited to the Corn Judging School at the Agricultural College. Bring ten ears of corn for two weeks of classes, judging, and exams for certificates. Prominent seed corn breeders will present, with premiums for top judges and discussions on breeding and seed quality.
The Chicago North Western and Union Pacific announce expanded personally conducted tours to the Pacific Coast. Five excursions weekly from Chicago via Omaha, Denver, Salt Lake City, Cheyenne, Ogden and more to California Oregon and Washington. Pullman tourist sleeping cars offer enhanced comforts.
The new low fare sleeper service takes effect Sunday September 14 1902 linking Ames to College and the Coast. The service aims to attract family travelers and budget riders enabling many to visit the Pacific Coast and pursue fruit growing or similar ventures while offering the dry sunny climate the east lacks for health and strength.
Tickets sold at one fare for round trip October 15 16 and 18 with return extended to November 30. Apply to agents Chicago North Western Bay.
The Iowa Central Bay will sell tickets to bonafide landseekers at one fare plus 2 dollars to points in homeseekers territory in Minnesota and North Dakota on any Tuesday valid for 21 days. For further particulars contact Iowa Central ticket Agents.
Local butchers advertise bulk mince meat options at T. J. Mitter and Son, inviting customers to buy in larger quantities for kitchens and markets.
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