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Newspaper
Ames Intelligencer
Location
Ames, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Sep 19, 1895
Page
6
Ames Intelligencer notes a sharp dig at Indiana window glass trust while lampooning trolley car parties. It quips about bicycle faces and a famed stage for new woman temper, referencing Stella Dunlap and Prof Henry Albion Molphon marriage and Atlanta Exposition controversies.
Brooklyn reports a case where two men on horseback deliberately swerved and whipped up their horse to run down a woman on a bicycle. The incident should be punished, though such acts are uncommon.
The governor's 19 year old daughter acts as his private secretary and, in his absence, fulfills his duties as representative. The text notes her youth in a state where woman suffrage has long existed and hints at marriage as a future topic, but leaves speculation to others.
The author argues pampered travelers should study geography at home. They claim Wisconsin and Minnesota lakes outshine Killarney, and Colorado, California, Idaho, and Washington rival the Swiss peaks. Yellowstone Park is unmatched in Europe. Yet most American tourists miss the American West.
The article compares the English wheat market to a bear market and notes a world grain glut. It cites Russia's finance minister's estimate showing a significant deficit this year and explains both nations influence on prices. It argues farmers deserve fair prices for the current crop.
The village farmer Mr Johnson found a cow in his floor bedroom after returning home the door left open. The reporter notes the stray conjecture that this may be a fair assessment of the incident.
Will J McConnell temperance lecturer long known for moral slips has been declared insane by a court. The report notes his pattern of disgrace following each speech and marks a drastic turn in his public life.
Mason City reports ex auditor L. M. Vanauken found guilty of forging supervisor board records during annual settlement. Disputed fees led to erased 1893 entry and substitution of above fees. Community figures say he was well connected. verdict shocks locals. Punishment starts at two years in state penitentiary.
Centerville reports William Primmer, a novice snake charmer, died after a rattlesnake bit his tongue during a county fair exhibit. He failed to remove venomous fangs. the snake bit his tongue and throat swelled, requiring a tracheotomy before his death.
Anamosa Iowa September 15 Sheriff Babcock reports Curtis the absconding editor of the Anamosa Call is jailed awaiting trial for bigamy. He studied his confinement and hid two case knives to fashion saws for an escape before the scheduled trial. Guards seized the tools and tightened supervision.
In Dows on September 16 R P Coddle and Andrew Johnson were charged with violating the mulet law by selling liquor. A mulet tax of 600 dollars was levied on property occupied by the defendants. Cobble and Judge Yindman assessed 300 dollars or ninety days in jail per count. Johnson's case was postponed to the next term.
Otto Kruger sued for damages after a savage dog attack by dogs owned by Mrs. Revenna Roberts. Kruger obtained $800 judgment in district court. Roberts transferred property and fled. The case raises questions whether the transfer will be set aside.
Sheriff Walsh and Charles Vescel were sent to Anamosa for fourteen months hard labor for enticing a 17 year old girl from home to prostitution. John Park and William Murphy drew three years for burglary. Lost wife and corn crop tale from Creston covers suit by J P Sears for damages against Harry Carver alleging alienation of his wife's affections due to watching his crop all summer.
Dusversr September 15 The late Dr G M Staples left no will. The estate valued at 500000 goes to his wife and four children. His son Dr Allen Staples and William L Bradley named executors.
Crumton September 14 George Norton was held up on the street here slugged and robbed of 750 in cash. He was returning from a neighbor s. There is no clue to the thief and no arrests have been made.
A fierce blaze in Mannine on September 13 destroyed eight business houses including the two story First National Bank building. Wind fueled the flames as the blaze threatened the whole business district. Officials estimate total losses around 25000 dollars.
Edward Maples, a newsboy, fell beneath the wheels while climbing down freight cars at the west end of Stuart yards. Five wheels passed over him from shoulder to side as Mrs. Reed cried out and a brakeman applied brakes, but he was dead.
In Carrot on September 16 ex-Judge George Paine argued lack of jurisdiction claiming Iowa courts cannot apply state usury penalties to a national bank. Judge Elwood sustained the objection and dismissed the point.
At a large mass meeting in Ottumwa on September 15, $41,684 of the $50,000 needed to secure the Marshalltown glucose plant was raised. The remaining amount was collected by solicitors and work on the factory, said to equal in capacity to any in the world, will begin at once.
An earthquake is reported to have occurred at Dubuque around 3 a m during a thunderstorm. Several residents felt a noiseless swaying motion of the earth from west to east, gentle but unmistakable.
Henry Nelson a farmer from twelve miles away vanished on the 9th. After searches his clothes were found near a mineral hole and his naked body was found at the bottom standing on its head. He dived in head first breaking his skull and neck. He was a widower about 35.
Items report Johnny Crum defeated in New York by Weters of Boston in the 100 yard dash and Crum's ankle pain. A petition to Governor Jackson is circulated in Sioux City seeking reward for Ora Minter and Max Noack murders. Mayor Fletcher also writes to the governor. Fayette P. Dungan dies in Chicago from heart disease. remains to Chariton. Mrs. James Coppers dies by poisoning in Cedar Falls at 26, leaving two children. Levi Tabler killed in a crossing accident near Murray. No ticioso notes contempt by Rowe defense lawyer. Mariscal to act impartially amid Iowa editor backlash. S. Harbert dies on a train. vast livestock dealer from Plano. Peck investigation panel exonerates Clintom street commissioner.
A fire aboard the steamship Iona en route from Leith to Gravesend killed five women and one child among the passengers and injured many others. The blaze started in the lamp room and was fought with the ship's apparatus as passengers rushed to deck amid chaos.
The Spectator’s balanced opinion notes Defender’s victory as part of a tradition of American ingenuity in ship design. It cites 1851 and 1862 milestones and applauds New York inventors who have repeatedly matched English skill in yacht building.
The steamer Australia arrived from Honolulu with forty one cholera cases and thirty five deaths recorded by Sept 5. Honolulu is declared an infected port and quarantined. seventy seven passengers from Honolulu faced criticism over landings. The Warrimo sailing to Australia from Vancouver is cancelled until the cholera scare subsides in October.
The World's Foo Chow correspondent reports Chinese authorities refuse to execute any of the murderers unless all other demands are dropped. The British and American commissions pause work, and without a foreign fleet no punishment seems likely. Vegetarians relying on official sympathy may resume seizing Christians.
Boston September 15 Eddy Donovan world professional 100 yards champion offers to race the winner of the amateur championship of America for $1000 a side. He will run Bradley Weters Crum Lee or any other amateur 100 yards and will concede a one yard start to any of them.
From a good source it is learned that the porte has accepted the demand of the powers with regard to reforms in America.
Report from Lixncotx Neb on September 14 states the supreme court has approved the Omaha fire and police bill. The decision, expected to be formally issued soon, will remove the old Omaha commissioners and place police authority under appointees of Attorney General Churchill and Land Commissioner Russell.
Patrick Quinlan and his wife sue Chicago police chiefs for 20000 each claiming unlawful arrest tied to H H Holmes case damaged their reputation and prompted detention on suspicion of knowing about victims' disappearance.
Havana reports the steamer Leon Trece arriving with seventy three officers and two thousand men from the Austuries and Canarias regiments. A hearty reception greeted them. Kry West notes a recent battle where Jose Maceo allegedly led Spanish troops into a trap and Cuban forces secured a decisive victory.
Spain pays the mora claim by delivering a draft on the Spanish fiscal agent in London for 1.449 million in gold. Senor Dupuy de Lome handed the draft to Acting Secretary Adee who presented a receipt in Washington on September 15.
Louis Stern of Stern Bros., New York, jailed in Berwin for insulting a German official and for breaking a garden rule excluding children under 15. He denied the charge, was arrested, and received a fortnight in prison plus a 600 mark fine.
President Cleveland has decided to nominate William H. Hornblower of New York to the supreme bench vacancy created by Justice Jackson's death.
The regatta committee upheld Defender after Valkyrie fouled Defender at the start in the second race. Defender won the third race when Valkyrie signaled retirement as crowds packed the course. Lord Dunraven rejects races off New York amid crowded waters and a proposed Massachusetts Bay Cup offering $5000, with negotiations ongoing and no reply to Iselin’s overtures.
Report from Frankfort via Consul General Mason describes Freiburg and Carlsruhe selling restrictions on American meat. Armour & Co. complains that local notices misstate inspection and purity guarantees, hindering exports from Chicago.
September 16 report from Philadelphia states Defender will soon be to Cramps shipyard for thorough examination. Cramps believes they can build a stalled yacht. Chief Engineer Pattison is in New York arranging a visit.
Paris on September 16 states the United States government received full explanations of offense prosecution and sentence for ex-Consul Waller, showing the case is irretrievably lost for the defense and authorities.
In Chicago on September 14 reports say Fi Simmons accuses Brady Corbett Wendig and Stuart of Dallas of trying to press concessions near a lemonade stand to provoke conflict nationwide. The core claim concerns a demanded profit percentage with no agreement reached.
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