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Newspaper
Ames Intelligencer
Location
Ames, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Sep 28, 1893
Page
2
The Intelligencer publishing house H. and S. K. Wilson operate as the local newspaper press, overseeing printing, distribution, and market coverage for the community.
Fe Rene presents the slate with Frank D. Jackson for Governor and George Robinson for Supreme Court. Henry Sabin named Railroad Commissioner, John W. Lake for the district, Birdsall for Representative, T. J. Miller for Sheriff, O. G. Ashford for County Superintendent, J Keep for Supervisor, and Allen for County Surveyor among others.
September 30 was proclaimed Mortana Day but railroads refused to cut regular rates. The move drew support from some Montalians while others questioned the benefit to the public.
Wm. B. Hornblower, a New York lawyer, is appointed to the supreme bench to fill the vacancy caused by Justice Blatchford's death. The move appears to attract little enthusiastic response and signals cautious public reception.
A reader notes many exchanges complain of senatorial courtesy stalling work while the House appears less hampered by tradition and not advancing as expected.
Prof Ed Ott, the populist candidate for Lieut Governor, was withdrawn from the ticket because he is too young. A man must be 30 years old to be Governor or Lieut Governor, and Ott does not meet this requirement.
The pension commissioner releases an annual report showing 966 012 pensions an increase of 89 944 during the year with 711 150 claims pending. Pensions paid total 3156 740 467. The commissioner expects a decrease in pensions after 1895.
Washington report shows 560 state and private banks suspended from January to September with 72 resuming. Among national banks, 155 suspended and 70 resumed. Iowa lists 28 suspended banks.
The Y M C A at State University proposes a four year Bible study program with yearly topics and named instructors. First year The Life of Christ by Dr J L Pickard second year Messianic Prophecy by O H Mason third year Christian Evidences by Dr M A Bullock fourth year The Jewish Economy by Prof Isaac A Loos. Classes meet one hour weekly with a diploma offered after four years.
Cedar Rapids Republican frames the majority effort to repeal federal elections as a conspiracy to hand control to urban crowds. It notes Henderson’s warning that within ten years no southern Republican may be elected to Congress and his rallying call against minority rule by force and fraud.
Mrs Hull of near Ames visits her parents Mr and Mrs Reitz. Edna Poorbaugh of Green Valley, guest of Hattie Cole, recently back from ten years in Japan with missionary tales. Landlord Bowen plans steam power upgrades at Maxwell House. Maxwell boasts a fine hotel while nearby towns lack accommodations. The Farmers edition of the Tribune is delayed. marriage of Fred Kohel and Alber ta Graham occurred at the bride’s home with Rev Pickett officiating.
The article contrasts two Century Magazine pieces based on census crime data by Rev Frederick H. Vines. It argues that immigration quotas are promoted by foreigners in prisons while noting American-born criminals and trade unemployment among youths. It also weighs women entering trades and clerical work against traditional occupations and hints at broader social forces shaping job choices.
Mrs Bert Shirke of Ames visits local friends. Story City Academy doors delayed to September 20 due to unfinished construction. Mesdames H R Boyd and J A Wellington travel to Ames. A Farmers picnic at Eilsworth draws 5000 attendees. Mr Hans Dale arrives on crutches after an accident in Ames yards. Recovery hoped for from his misfortune and heel injury.
Citizens describe a large quiet crowd, a broad fair display, and fine racing at Eldora last week. John Jackson and Mr. Nevada biked from Zearing to Iowa Falls and back, 105 miles, Jackson finishing ahead of Reynolds. Sheriff Ashford and Constable Earl of Nevada traveled to Eldora to escort a boy to reform school. Frank Jerome of Zearing attempted suicide with shears, survived, and was deemed insane. he was ordered to Mt. Pleasant insane asylum with Sheriff Agford proceeding to accompany him.
The St Paul Pioneer Press warns that choosing a vice president in haste risks national welfare. It questions Stevenson as a potential president, arguing his background and loyalty to spoilsmen could threaten policy and integrity. The piece urges early thoughtful selection and clear public instruction for the second place.
The notice lists numerous summer resort destinations including Spirit Lake Minetonka Okoboji Lake White Bear Lake Detroit Lake Devil's Lake Moose Lake Spring Park Excelsior Springs West Superior St Paul Minneapolis and Colorado Springs Manitou and other resorts. For details call Central Ry or write to Thomas P. Barry General Passenger Agent or A F Banks Traffic Manager.
The weekly Campaign Des Moines Leader to January 1 1894 and the INTELLIGENCER for one year for only $1.50.
After a Sunday school convention at Tyner, a thief broke into a nearby residence, stole $2.50 and two pies, and fled. Two local youths were later arrested, pled guilty, and fined $10 plus costs. Residents warned to respect the law. more severe penalties possible.
Collins Clipper notes Roy Cooper has recovered from typhoid fever in three weeks and urges readers to prepare for winter, especially gathering a big pile of wood as part of the paper's time-honored seasonal admonition.
Land offering of about 1100 acres for sale in North Dakota's Jim River Valley between the James and Pipestone rivers. Includes 400 plowed, 300 wheat, 50 barley acres, elevator access for 46000 bushels, and proven yields of 13 to 25 bushels per acre. Sold in quarter-acre tracts with favorable terms. broker Albert Richmond invites buyers or trades, dated September 13.
The snippet notes a multi generational living arrangement in Rural Retreat Virginia and cites an Australian ad seeking a plain young woman for domestic service. It also references a Jonesboro Georgia paper with a boastful notice about a son seeking marriage and a Windsor professor described as fit and well built with brown eyes and spectacles.
Fuchsias can be propagated from cuttings in sand kept constantly wet in sun or shade. Shoots form in about 10 days and roots develop. Transplant to small pots with leaf mold sand and loam, provide rich porous soil, partial shade, and regular moisture. Fertilize lightly, shower leaves, winter in a cellar, then restart growth in spring. Maintain potting rotation to avoid binding and fertilize during bud. Also instructions for bronzing plaster casts involve dissolving chemicals in hot water and applying with a brush.
A collection of home tips includes detecting hard water with a soap and alcohol test showing white flakes for hard water. It also describes turning ivory silver by nitrate treatment, sun exposure, and a final wash with boiled water and soda.
Amid grim crisis reports a Hampton man attempted suicide at a tree caused by severe injuries and later, after revival, used an iron seal to kill himself. A broader note laments the high immigrant influx to the United States from 1820 to 1892, urging a halt to further arrivals.
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